Spaghetti with Walnuts

3/4 cup shelled walnuts

5 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish

1 Tbsp fresh thyme, or 1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves, crumbled

1 pound spaghetti or spaghettini

Finely chop walnuts into a coarse meal, then add the garlic, olive oil, cheese and thyme, mixing to a creamy consistency. Add more olive oil if needed.

Cook pasta until just al dente. Drain and toss with sauce. Serve immediately.

Pass extra grated Parmesan at the table.

Serves 4.