Creamy Pesto Pasta Italiana |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is a quick and easy weeknight pasta dish. Ingredients:
12 ounces whole wheat rigatoni |
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
2 tablespoons olive oil (do not substitute) |
8 ounces cream cheese |
1/2 cup cottage cheese |
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese |
1/3 cup dry white wine |
1/4 cup fresh parsley, snipped |
1/3 cup water or 1/3 cup vegetable broth |
salt and black pepper, freshly ground |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well and keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet cook basil and garlic in hot oil about 1 minute.
3. Reduce heat and add cream cheese, cottage cheese, and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth.
4. Stir in white wine, parsley, and water (or vegetable broth, if using).
5. Cook uncovered for 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
6. Add pasta and mix until well coated.
7. Serve each dish garnished with fresh basil and additional freshly grated pamesan cheese if desired.
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