Pesto over Penne

1. 1

   Boil a pot of water for penne.

2. 2

   Add salt, then pasta.

3. 3

   In the meanwhile,.

4. 4

   Chop basil leaves, garlic, and pine nuts by hand or if using a food processor pulse just a few times, don't overdo to it; ingredients should be slightly coarse.

5. 5

   Transfer to a bowl and add the cheese, blending with a wooden spoon.

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   Blend in the olive oil and melted butter.

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   Taste and adjust seasoning.

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   Add a little of the pasta water if necessary, to make it easy to blend.

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   Cook pasta according to directions, then drain briefly, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water.

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    Transfer to a large bowl large enough to hold.

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    Immediately add the pesto and toss until pasta is well coated.

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    If too dry, add a little more pasta water and toss again.

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    Serve immediately with extra grated cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.