Gemelli & Asparagus with Watercress Pesto - Italpasta Limited

Ingredients

• 1 pkg Italpasta Artisan Gemelli
• 1/2 lb asparagus spears (trimmed and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces)
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts (divided)
• 2 cloves garlic (whole)
• 1 1/2 cups watercress (packed)
• 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley (chopped and divided)
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon zest
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/4 cup Pecorino cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (shaved)