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Pesto Pasta

Name: Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
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

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

6 servings

"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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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.

Nutrition Facts

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

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