Mint Pesto Pasta

A touch of fresh mint and two types of cheese are lively additions to this Italian favorite.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 303 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• ½ cup pine nuts
• 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked linguini pasta
• 10 fresh mint leaves
• 20 fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese
• 6 tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place linguini in the pot, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 1/2 tablespoons water.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, blend the reserved water, tomatoes, basil, mint, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Toss with the cooked pasta to serve.