Fettucine & Pesto alla Genovese

This recipe was taken from an ad by Bertolli Olive Oil.

Ingredients:

1 lb cooked fettucine
2/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup pure olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cups fresh basil, stems removed, washed, dried and packed firm
1/4 cup Parmesan or Romano cheese
1 tsp salt, or to taste

Place nuts, garlic, pure olive oil and basil leaves in food processor or blender; process until evenly pureed, about 15 seconds. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Slowly stir in the cheese, salt and extra virgin olive oil. The pesto may then be stored in a sterile, air-tight container, until needed.

Prepare the fettucine as directed. Drain the pasta then transfer to a large bowl and toss with the prepared pesto.

Note: For improved flavor, the pine nuts can be toasted prior to preparing the pesto.


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