Pesto Pasta

Name: Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti; 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

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

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

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
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

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, place 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.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 263 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 261mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.

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