Lidia Bastianich Instagram – Cavatappi w/ Asparagus & Spinach Pesto. I love this dish in the spring, with all the bright, fresh vegetables just appearing in my garden! Pesto doesn’t have to be made only with herbs – greens, such as baby kale or arugula, also work great. I like to combine them with one or two fresh herbs for a bright and balanced flavor. I also like to use different nuts in my pesto, sometimes pine nuts, sometimes almonds, sometimes walnuts; here I use pistachios. Link to full video and recipe in my bio. Buon Appetito! #LidiasRecipes #LidiasItaly #LidiasKitchen #LidiaBastianich #ItalianFood #25YearsofLidia #FromLidiasTableToYours #LidiasSoundtrack