MASCARPONE CHEESE & PESTO PASTA RECIPE

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Mascarpone Cheese & Pesto Pasta Recipe image

Provided by boscobojo

Number Of Ingredients 10

Pesto:
16 oz. package of pasta
8 oz. mascarpone cheese
pesto sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
3 cups basil leaves
1 1/2 cups shelled walnuts (pine nuts)
4 cloves peeled garlic
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package; reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain well. In a large bowl, combine pot pasta, macarpone cheese and reserved cooking water; toss well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve pasta immediately in bowls accompanied with a dollop of pesto. Pesto: In a food procesor or blender, blend basil, nuts, garlic and cheese. Pour in oil slowly while still mixing. Stir in salt and pepper.

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