WALNUT SAUCE FOR PASTA

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I saw this on Ciao Italia. This recipe is featured on show 2110 - Classic Pasta of Liguria. Try with raviolis,

Provided by Phil Franco

Categories     Nuts

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb walnuts
1/3 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, peeled
salt
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped marjoram or 2 1/2 tablespoons parsley

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts, pine nuts, salt and garlic in a food processor and pulse to a paste. Add the cheese; pulse once or twice. Gradually add the olive oil until a smooth sauce is obtained. Transfer to a saucepan and stir in the marjoram or parsley. Keep the sauce warm while the pasta is cooking.
  • Serve hot and pass grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese to sprinkle on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 743.3, Fat 75.8, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 28.7, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 2, Protein 13.8

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