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Pesto Pasta

By: Irene Smoliga

"Add crusty bread and a salad to this easy pasta dish to make a complete meal in mere minutes. 'The creamy sauce with fresh tomatoes and basil is a pleasant change from traditional tomato-based sauces,' writes Irene Smoliga of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania."

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Prep Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 fresh basil leaves
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, for pesto, combine the oil, cream cheese, garlic and basil in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth.
Drain the pasta and place in a serving bowl. Top with tomatoes and pesto; sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.