Whole Wheat Linguine

INGREDIENTS : 

« 1 pound red beets, cleaned with leaves and stalks removed

2 Tbsp olive oil

¼ cup of water

1 package Organic Whole Wheat Linguine 

3 Tbsp unsalted butter

3 Tbsp walnut oil

¼ cup walnuts, finely chopped (optional)

2 Tbsp chia seeds

1 tsp kosher salt

½ cup pasta water

4 Tbsp soft goat cheese »

METHOD : 

«  Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the beets in a glass or ceramic baking dish. Mix with the olive oil and water. Cover with foil. Bake until the beets are tender through, about 1 hour. Let cool. »

«  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Peel the beets and cut into chunks. Add to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade and process to a rough puree. Add the linguine to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions.  »

«  Add the butter to a 10-inch skillet. Turn on the heat to high. Brown the butter, about 2 minutes. Add the olive oil. Add the chia seeds and walnuts and toast for 2 minutes. Add the pureed beets, salt, and the pasta water to the skillet. Stir to fully incorporate. »

«  Divide the linguine into equal portions and place on warm plates. Use two round or oval soup spoons to form little balls of the goat’s milk cheese. Place a ball on top of each serving. »

 Serve immediately.