Pesto Pasta Recipe

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"My husband loves this fresh-tasting side dish that's as good as it is easy," assures Karen Behrend of Newport, Washington. The appetizing aroma of basil is sure to whet guests' appetites.

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Pesto Pasta Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Yield: 6 Servings

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Ingredients

1 package (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 oil

Directions

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. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drain pasta; top with pesto and toss to coat. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 264 calories, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 3 mg cholesterol, 263 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 6 g protein.

Originally published as Pesto Pasta in Quick Cooking September/October 1999, p57