Barefoot Bloggers: Pasta, Pesto, and Peas

I was wondering a few weeks ago what it would be like to work through another cookbook (or cook's recipe collection). And like magic, I stumbled on Barefoot Bloggers. They(We)'re doing a twice monthly event dedicated to The Barefoot Contessa, Ina Garten.

For the first June recipe, Elizabeth of Ugg Smell Food chose Pasta, Pesto, and Peas. This is my first Ina recipe, and I have to say, it was a success. I did have a few problems with ingredients. My local grocery store didn't have full size fusilli pasta, but it did have mini versions. I opted to go for ready made pesto as well instead of making my own. I put it together early in the day to serve later, and the pasta seemed to mellow well.

I wasn't initially sure it was that good, but quickly found out I couldn't stop eating the stuff. Hubby loved it and I sent a large container home with a dinner guest who asked for the recipe. Next time, I'll definitely cut it in half unless I'm planning on taking it to a party. This makes a ton of pasta!