Basil-Hemp Pesto Spaghetti with Veggies

I am kind of on a hemp kick
right now. Hemp seeds have almost earned “BFF” status in my kitchen
life. Unlike their chia and flax counterparts, hemp seeds have a buttery
nut-like texture making them an ideal go-to for those times you need to fill
that “dairy” component in a recipe or a dish. And, three
tablespoons of hemp seeds have ten grams of plant based protein! If you
can live with their fat content then I say keep them around and discover all
their hidden talents. I put them to a pesto test and I was delighted and a
bit surprised that it came out better than the traditional pesto with
parmesan. By the time it got to the plate it had become the star of a
refreshing spring pasta dish. Read More