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"Raditore with Pesto"


Recipe Source:
May 1999 Issue
Reader's Digest

Pasta, Rice, Grains & Beans

Recipe File

Serving Size: Makes 4 servings

AmountIngredient
3 clovesgarlic, peeled
12 ouncesraditore pasta
2 cupspacked fresh basil leaves
6 tablespoonschicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoonolive oil
1 tablespoonreduced fat cream cheese (Neufchatel)
1/2 teaspoonsalt
1/4 teaspoonpepper
1/2 cupgrated Parmesan cheese

Preparation Instructions:

In a large pot of boiling water, cook the garlic for 2 minutes to blanch. With a slotted spoon, transfer the garlic to a food processor. Bring the water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to package directions until firm tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Meanwhile, add the basil, broth, oil, cream cheese, salt, and pepper to the garlic, and process to a smooth puree. Add the Parmesan and process to a smooth puree. Add the Parmesan and process briefly just to combine. Add to the hot pasta, tossing well. Makes 4 servings.


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