Basil pesto sauce over pasta

 
                        BASIL PESTO SAUCE OVER PASTA
 
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 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Pasta                            Sauces
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
   12       oz           Linguine
    1 1/4   c            Chopped fresh basil paacked
      1/3   c            Chicken stock or water
    2       tb           Roasted pine nuts
    2       tb           Parmesan chees
    3       tb           Olive oil
    1       t            Crushed garlic
 
   1.  Cook pasta in boiling water according to package instructions or
   until firm to the bite.  Drain and place in serving bowl.
   2.  In food processor, puree basil, stock , pine nuts, cheese, oil
   and   garlic until smooth.  Pour over pasta and toss.
   
   Tips:  refrigerate sauce up to 5 days aahead, or freeze up to 6 weeks.
  
 
 
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