Buttered Pesto Pasta

1. 1

   put nuts in a food processor and grind... u can use pine nuts or walnuts..set aside.

2. 2

   put 6 cups of water and salt in saucepan and bring to a rolling boil...add pasta slowly and stiring slowly.

3. 3

   turn down to medium.

4. 4

   stop stirring and let cook... let boil 10-12 minutes.

5. 5

   pasta should be firm but tender....

6. 6

   drain pasta well in colander.

7. 7

   while pasta is draining melt butter in the sauce pan.

8. 8

   add basil paste, garlic powder, and pepper... when it is melted add pasta and toss in butter mixture.

9. 9

   ~~~~~~ because I added salt to the water and used salted butter I didn't add any additional so please salt to taste.

10. 10

    I add the shredded cheese while warm but ready to serve..,

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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