Directions:
- Put the basil leaves, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and 2 teaspoon of salt into a food processor or blender, processing until fine and almost creamy.
- Add the olive oil slowly and mix well in sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and stir in the two grated cheeses.
- Meanwhile, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the pasta, stir well and cook until al dente .
- Drain all but 2 T hot water and toss with the sauce and the butter.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 354.39 Kcal (1484 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 260.34 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 28.93g | 45% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 42.13mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1973.3mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 55.29mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbs | 19.84g | 7% | |
| Sugars | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.23g | 1% | |
| Protein | 5.19g | 10% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 39.9mg | 4% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 258.54 Kcal (1082 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 189.93 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 21.1g | 45% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 30.74mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1439.59mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 40.34mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbs | 14.47g | 7% | |
| Sugars | 0.09g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.17g | 1% | |
| Protein | 3.79g | 10% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 29.1mg | 4% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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