Swiss Chard Pesto Pasta

2 large garlic cloves


2 cups packed chopped Swiss chard leaves


1/2 cup chopped walnuts


1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus parmesan shaved with a vegetable peeler


1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves

1/4 cup olive oil

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

6 ounces whole-wheat angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions

Pulse garlic in a food processor to chop. Add chard, walnuts, grated parmesan, and parsley; whirl until finely chopped. Scrape down inside of bowl. Add oil, salt, and pepper and process just until smooth. Serve with pasta of choice and shaved parmesan.

Serves 4.