PASTA WITH RICOTTA PESTO

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I thought this would be interesting for a fast no-meat supper or side dish. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (February 1986)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 lb fettuccine, cooked (or other pasta)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, stemmed and halved
parmesan cheese or romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a food processor mince basil, garlic and parsley. Add oil through food tube and process for 10 seconds or until thick.
  • Add ricotta cheese and process using on/off turns until blended.
  • Pour pasta in serving dish and pour pesto over and then top with tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheese.
  • Serve with grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.2, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 127.1, Sodium 82.2, Carbohydrate 86.9, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 24.1

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