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Pesto Pasta

Source of Recipe

by nw_dee, from Healthy Homestyle Cooking


Recipe Link: messageboards.ivillage.com/n/mb/message.asp?webtag=iv-fdcooking&msg=6760.11

List of Ingredients

12 ounces angel hair pasta
3 tablespoons pine nuts -- toasted
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic -- minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup chicken broth -- fat removed
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese


Recipe

Cook the pasta according to the package directions, drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, put the pine nuts in a blender or food processor. Add the basil and garlic. Blend or process until finely chopped. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil in a thin stream, the slowly pour in the chicken broth. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese until a paste forms.

Add the pesto to the hot pasta, toss until well coated. Serve immediately.