Pesto Red Pepper Pasta

Name: Pesto Red Pepper Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (1 pound) linguine; 2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed; 1/2 cup whole blanched almonds; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Dash pepper; 1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers

Our Test Kitchen staff created this from-scratch pesto that comes together in minutes. Roasted sweet red peppers steal the show in the savory dish.

Ingredients

1 package (1 pound) linguine
2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
1/2 cup whole blanched almonds
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers

Directions

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, for pesto, combine the basil, almonds and garlic in a blender or food processor; cover and process for 1 minute or until finely chopped. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
Add the cheeses, salt and pepper; pulse until combined. Drain linguine; toss with pesto and roasted peppers.

Originally published as Pesto Red Pepper Pasta in Quick Cooking September/October 2004

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plwatkins

Jul 24, 2010

I can't believe this recipe has not been rated yet. I have been making it for several years and everyone loves it, including my four-year old grandson. Excellent