Penne in Creamy Basil-Walnut Sauce Recipe

Name: Penne in Creamy Basil-Walnut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2-ounce slices white bread; ½ cup nonfat milk; 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves; ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts; 2 tablespoons grated fresh pecorino romano cheese; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 1 lb uncooked penne rigate; chopped parsley (optional)

Servings: persons

2 1/2-ounce slices white bread
½ cup nonfat milk
2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons grated fresh pecorino romano cheese
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 lb uncooked penne rigate
chopped parsley (optional)

1
Trim crusts from bread.
2
Place bread in a shallow dish; pour milk over bread.
3
Let stand 5 minutes.
4
Place bread mixture in a food processor; add basil and next 6 ingredients (basil through garlic).
5
Set aside without processing.
6
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
7
Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 3 tablespoons cooking liquid.
8
Place pasta in a large bowl.
9
Add reserved cooking liquid to basil mixture in food processor, and process until smooth.
10
Add the pesto to pasta; toss well to coat.
11
Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.
12
Serve immediately.
13
Nutritional Information: CALORIES 378(23% from fat); FAT 9.6g (sat 1.5g,mono 2.6g,poly 4.3g); PROTEIN 13.6g; CHOLESTEROL 3mg; CALCIUM 95mg; SODIUM 365mg; FIBER 3.7g; IRON 3.3mg; CARBOHYDRATE 61.1g.

241

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2-ounce slices white bread, ½ cup nonfat milk, 2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, ½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts, and more.

Yes, Penne in Creamy Basil-Walnut Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Penne in Creamy Basil-Walnut Sauce

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