1
Boil water in a pot. Add the salt and canola oil.
2
Cook pasta for 7-8 minutes, then strain.
3
Spread out in a sheet pan and chill.
4
Combine the salt and black pepper and mix well. Set aside.
5
In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except for water, olive oil, and salt & pepper mix.
6
Slowly add water and olive oil while mixing with a blender or food processor.
7
Add salt and pepper mix and check seasoning. Set aside.
8
Place the chopped kale on a sheet pan and steam for 5 minutes.
9
Let it cool.
10
In a large bowl, combine the cooked cavatappi pasta, prepared pesto, and steamed kale. Mix gently by hand.
11
Serve each plate of pasta topped with shredded Pecorino and dried currants. Enjoy your Kale Pesto Cavatappi Pasta!