Red Pepper Pesto Over Angel Hair Pasta

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   Put the pasta water on to boil (amount per pasta package directions) while preparing pesto.

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   In a blender, put the roasted red peppers (drained), basil leaves, and garlic cloves.

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   Pulse a few times to get ingredients chopped together.

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   It does not have to be smooth at this point.

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   Add the balsamic vinegar, rice vinegar, and salt.

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   Pulse a few more times.

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   Add the grated Parmesan cheese.

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   Blend on medium speed.

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   With the blender running, slowly add the olive oil.

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    Continue blending until mixture is well blended.

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    Prepare pasta according to package directions.

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    Be sure to take pasta only to al dente stage.

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    It will absorb more moisture from the pesto.

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    Drain pasta, leaving about 1/4 cup of cooking water in the bottom of the pot.

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    Return pasta to pot.

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    Add pesto to the pasta and toss well to coat.

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    Serve immediately and pass more grated Parmesan for sprinkling on top of pasta, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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