Classic Pesto with Linguine
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Classic Pesto with Linguine
YIELD Makes 4 servings (about 3/4 cup pesto sauce)
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INGREDIENTS
| 12 | ounces uncooked linguine |
| 2 | tablespoons butter |
| 1/4 | cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided |
| 2 | tablespoons pine nuts |
| 1 | cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves |
| 2 | cloves garlic |
| 1/4 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/4 | cup grated Parmesan cheese |
| 1‑1/2 | tablespoons grated Romano cheese |
| Additional fresh basil leaves (optional) | |
PREPARATION:
- Cook linguine according to package directions; drain. Toss with butter in large serving bowl; set aside and keep warm.
- Meanhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat. Add pine nuts; cook and stir 30 to 45 seconds until light brown, shaking pan constantly. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.
- Place toasted pine nuts, basil leaves, garlic and salt in food processor or blender. With processor running, add remaining 1/4 cup oil in slow steady stream until evenly blended and pine nuts are finely chopped.
- Transfer basil mixture to small bowl. Stir in Parmesan and Romano cheeses.*
*Pesto sauce can be stored at this point in airtight container; pour thin layer of olive oil over pesto and cover. Refrigerate up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature. Proceed as directed in step 5.
- Combine hot, buttered linguine and pesto sauce in large serving bowl; toss until well coated. Garnish, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Italian