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Pesto Pasta

SUBMITTED BY: Taste of Home's Fast Family Favorites

"This fresh-tasting side dish is as good as it is easy. The appetizing aroma of basil is sure to whet guests' appetites."

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INGREDIENTS

  • 8 ounces spiral pasta
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 garlic clove, quartered
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/3 cup olive or vegetable oil

DIRECTIONS

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, place the basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic and nutmeg. Cover and process on low for 1 minute or until very finely chopped.
  2. While processing, gradually add the oil in a steady stream. Drain pasta; top with the pesto and toss to coat.
  • © 2002 Reiman Media Group, Inc.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2007 by Beth B.
I thought this was OK. However, I have to admit that I used dried parsley and basil, as I... MORE


 
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