Fettuccine With Pine Nut Butter

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Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 8
 

Ingredients:

2 cloves garlic
1 1/4 cups pine nuts -- toasted
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound fettuccine
1/4 cup chopped basil
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
 

Preparation:

With food processor running, drop garlic through tube and mince. Stop and scrape bowl. Add nuts and chop finely, using on and off button. Add olive oil and process until paste forms. Season with salt and pepper. Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and store at room temperature. Cook fettuccine al dente following package directions. Drain well. Place in large bowl and add pine nut butter and basil. Toss well and serve immediately. Pass Parmesan cheese separately.