Spaghetti Al Pesto Di Limone Di Procida (Lemon pesto)

A very popular dish from Procida where lemons play a big part in the cuisine of this island not far from Naples. The lemons are very large, almost the size of grapefruit, sweeter than our lemons and have a thin outer skin but thick pith that is so spongy, it is called bread and gives these lemons the name limoni di pane di Procida.

¼ to ⅓ cup pine nuts, toasted

1 clove garlic

4 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated

10 basil leaves, torn into bits

Extra virgin olive oil

3 very large lemons*

Salt to taste

½ pound spaghetti

Red pepper flakes, to taste

¼ cup minced parsley

Directions at ciaoitalia.com

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