Pasta with Pesto

By á-178825

Serves 3.

Ingredients

• 1 pkg fresh basil
• 1/3 c pine nuts or walnuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/3 c EVOO
• 1/2 c Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 3/4 lb favorite pasta

Preparation

Step 1

Bring lg pot of water to boil; cook pasta according to pkg directions while you prepare the Pesto. Place fresh basil leaves only along with nuts & garlic in food processor or blender. Process until finely chopped.

With the machine running, pour in oil in a thin stream. Add the cheese, salt & pepper to taste & process briefly to combine. Thin with 2 T hot water. (Can use water in which pasta was cooked.)
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Toss pesto with hot pasta (cooked & drained) & serve.