Tallarín Verde (Peruvian Pasta Pesto)

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1. 1Step 1: Cook pasta as instructed on the package, drain, and set aside.
2. 2Step 2: Preheat a large pan over medium heat, then add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté chopped onion and garlic for about 1 minute, then add baby spinach and half of the basil and sauté until wilted.
3. 3Step 3: Add the sautéd ingredients, rest of the basil, pecans, cheeses, olive oil, and milk to a blender and blend until smooth. The sauce should be thick but pourable. If it's not pourable add another splash of milk.
4. 4Step 4: Add the green sauce to the pan and try for salt. Add pasta and swoosh around until it's all nicely coated. Add a little pasta water if the sauce is too thick.