Pansoti With Walnut Sauce
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Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1 recipe basic fresh egg pasta -- see * note
1/2 cup finely-chopped Italian parsley
1/2 cup finely-chopped basil
1 cup cooked spinach -- finely chopped
1/2 cup pecorino-romano cheese
1 teaspoon salt -- to taste
1 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper -- to taste
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup walnut pieces
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano
4 tablespoons whipping cream
 

Preparation:

* Note: See the "Basic Fresh Egg Pasta" recipe which is included in this collection. In a bowl, combine parsley, basil, spinach and pecorino and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Lay out pasta on work surface and cut into 2-inch diameter circles. Place 1 teaspoonful of herb mixture in each one and fold into half moons, pressing firmly to close. Continue until all are finished. Bring 6 quarts of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt. In a blender, combine oil, nuts, garlic and cheese and blend until almost smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into a 12-inch to 14-inch sauté pan and set aside. Add cream to pan. Place pansoti in water and cook until tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and pour into pan with sauce. Place over medium heat and toss to coat. Serve immediately. Source: MOLTO MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # MB-5733)