Cannellini Pesto Pasta Sauce | Texas Co-op Power

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup basil leaves
• 1/4 cup parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup lightly toasted peanuts
• 4 large garlic cloves, smashed
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 pound linguine or angel-hair pasta
• Chicken stock, optional
• 6 strips thick-cut bacon, fried crisp