Arugula Pesto

2 cups packed arugula leaves
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 ounces fresh parmesiano-reggiano, rind removed and cut into 1 inch cubes
salt and pepper

Place parmesan cubes in food processor fitted with blade, and process 1-2 minutes until the cheese is finely grated. Remove to a small bowl. Place arugula and garlic in the food processor and process 1 minute until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. With machine running, drizzle in the olive oil and process 30 more seconds to emulsify. Remove to a medium bowl, and stir in 1/2 cup grated parmesan. Salt and pepper to taste. Toss with 1 pound hot cooked linguine, serving extra parmesan cheese on the side.

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