Cook 1 cup peas according to package instructions.
In a food processor, combine cooked peas, parsley,
walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, and 1 tablespoon water.
Pulse until a paste forms. With machine running,
slowly add oil, processing until blended; season
with salt and pepper.
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In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta
according to package instructions, adding 1 cup
peas 30 seconds before end of cooking. Reserve 1
cup pasta water; drain pasta and peas. Return
pasta and peas to pot; toss with ¾ cup pesto
(reserve remainder for another use), adding enough
pasta water to create a sauce that coats pasta.
Serve pasta with more Parmesan.
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