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Creamy Pesto Pasta

Source of Recipe

Tambi C., Priest River, ID
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Creamy Pesto Pasta

Recipe By : Katie
Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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8 ounces rigatoni
1 small onion -- chopped
3 cloves garlic -- minced
1 teaspoon butter -- or olive oil
8 ounces light cream cheese
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup chopped fresh basil
grated fresh Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Cook pasta to al dente. Drain.
Meanwhile, sauté onion and garlic in butter. Add cream cheese and stir until melted. Stir in broth and wine, then add basil. Stir until wilted.
Add pasta, salt and pepper to sauce and top with Parmesan cheese.

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NOTES : If the sauce gets, too thick, stir in a little milk or water.
Tambi - 1997, International Cooking 4H Project