PESTO RED PEPPER PASTA

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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.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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.

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