Monday, January 25, 2010

Quick Pesto Pasta Sauce (Tupperware)

1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 c pine nuts or walnuts
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tbsp butter softened
1/8 tsp pepper
2 tbsn grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb linguine or spaghetti

1. Put garlic, salt and pine nuts in Quick Chef bowl with blade.  Turn handle until finely chopped.  Add basil leaves, turning handle until well mixed.
2.  Add funnel attachment to top; pour olive oil into funnel.  Turn handle until thick and paste-like.
3.  Remove top; put in butter, pepper and parmesan cheese.  Turn handle until very thick and well blended.  Cover and refrigerate or use immediately.
4.  To serve:  Cook pasta in boiling water according to manufacturer's instructions; drain well.  Immediately toss hot pasta with the pesto sauce.  About 2 servings.

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