Pasta with Pesto

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Homemade pesto made with fresh basil and pine nuts or walnuts served over whole grain pasta.

Ingredients

For the Pasta
16 ounces whole grain pasta (brown rice, quinoa, spelt, whole wheat)

For the Pesto:
Yield; 1 cup

2 cups fresh basil leaves

2 garlic cloves

1/2 cup rice or soy Parmesan "cheese”

2 T pine nuts or walnuts

1/2 cup olive oil

Salt (optional)

Preparation

For the Pasta:

Boil 4 quarts of water and add pasta for 6-12 minutes depending on the variety. (Check package for exact time.)

For the Pesto:

In blender or food processor, mix all of the ingredients. Scrape down the sides as necessary. Blend to desired consistency and season to taste.

To serve:
Mix the pesto into the pasta and serve immediately. Garnish with some Parmesan "cheese" and pine nuts.

Accompany the meal with a green salad.

Recipe by
Karna Knapp