Gluten-Free Pesto Pasta With Toasted Pine Nuts
A gluten-free pasta dish features fresh basil pesto and nutty toasted pine nuts for a flavorful, high-energy meal.
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Instructions
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Start boiling water for gluten-free spaghetti, then cook according to package directions; rinse, drain, and return to a large pan.
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Toast pine nuts in a medium skillet over medium-low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally; set aside.
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Combine basil, sliced garlic, 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
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Slowly drizzle 1/2 cup olive oil through the processor feed tube while pulsing until the mixture is just pureed.
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Pour the pesto sauce over the cooked pasta, then drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and add the remaining 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts.
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Toss the pasta mixture to coat, then top with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
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Warm the pasta over medium-low heat for three minutes, stirring occasionally.