My Favorite Pesto Pasta

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   Peel garlic and process in a food processor with a little salt and pine nuts until broken up.

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   Add basil leaves and continue mixing to a paste.

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   Gradually add olive oil, little by little, until the mixture is creamy and thick.

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   Sometimes I even add LESS oil if I'm feeling more health conscious :).

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   Beat in the butter and season with black pepper.

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   Beat in the cheese.

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   Cook pasta in boiling salted water, according to package directions, until al dente.

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   Drain well.

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   Toss the pasta with half the pesto and serve in warm bowls, with remaining pesto sauce spooned over the top.

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    You can also store the pesto sauce in a jar, with a layer of olive oil on top, in the fridge.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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