Linguine with basil pesto, potatoes & beans

Method

• 1
  To make the basil pesto, place basil, pine nuts, garlic and a pinch of salt in a mortar and pound with a pestle until a paste forms. Slowly add oil, stirring constantly, until well combined. Stir in the lemon juice. Season.
• 2
  Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil over high heat. Cook potato for 10 minutes or until tender. Use a slotted spoon to transfer potato to a large bowl.
• 3
  Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water until al dente, adding the beans in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain.
• 4
  Add the pasta mixture and parmesan to the potato and toss to combine. Divide the mixture among plates. Drizzle with basil pesto and season.