We love Italian food! From big lasagna pieces packed with
sauce to light and fluffy tiramisu, we're showcasing our 20
favorites. Get started with this delicious pasta from our
newest Something Extra.
In this dish, the hot pasta melts the cheese to make a sauce.
1 (2.25-oz.) bag pine nuts, toasted
1 (2-oz.) container fresh basil, stems removed
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (in our Deli)
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 (16-oz.) package Nob Hill Trading Co. Pasta (any variety)
1 (8-oz.) container mascarpone cheese (in our Deli)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions
Prep time: 15 minutes,
Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes
Blend pine nuts, basil, cheese, oil and garlic in a food processor or blender until very finely chopped; set aside. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions; reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain well. In a large bowl, combine hot pasta, mascarpone cheese and reserved cooking water; toss well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve pasta immediately in bowls accompanied with a dollop of pesto.
Makes 6 servings.
Wine Suggestion
Borgo Magredo Prosecco -
This Italian bubbly is soft enough to pair with the creamy mascarpone, but also partner well with the tangy pesto.
Nutritional Information:
630 calories, 18 g protein, 35 g total fat (5 g sat., 0 g trans), 58 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 60 mg cholesterol, 150 mg sodium, 14.7 points
Shopping List:
1 (2.25-oz.) bag toasted pine nuts,1 (2-oz.) container fresh basil,1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (in our Deli),3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil,1 clove garlic,1 (16-oz.) package Nob Hill Trading Co. Pasta (any variety),1 (8-oz.) container mascarpone cheese (in our Deli),Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
