Penne alla pesto

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupFresh basil; stems removed
2Cloves garlic; chopped
2tablespoonsOlive oil
¼cupPine nuts; toasted, plus
2tablespoonsPine nuts; toasted
2tablespoonsGrated Parmesan cheese
¾poundsCooked penne pasta; hot

Directions

Cost: $ - Preparation Time: 10 minutes Difficulty Level: 2 Servings: 4 1. Wash and dry basil. Place basil in a blender or food processor with garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, cheese and pepper to taste; purée.

2. Transfer cooked penne to a serving bowl. Add pesto and toss thoroughly to serve.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: 209 Calories; 13g Fat; 2mg Cholesterol; 66mg Sodium; 19g Carbohydrates; 5g Protein Posted to The Gourmet Connection Recipe Page Newsletter by newsletter@... on Apr 18, 1999, converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.