Pesto penne
Posted on September 11, 2009. Filed under: pasta | Tags: pasta, pesto penne |
The exotic ingredients of pesto, combined with choicest vegetables like zucchini and red and yellow capsicum make this penne dish the centre of attraction on any dining table!
Cooking Time : 10 mins.
Preparation Time : 15 mins.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
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3 cups boiled penne or any small pasta |
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½ cup zucchini cubes |
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½ cup red capsicum cubes |
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½ cup green capsicum cubes |
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½ cup fresh cream |
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1 tablespoons olive oil |
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Salt to taste |
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For the pesto
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½ cup chopped pine nuts (chilgoza) |
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3 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed |
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¼ cup olive oil |
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Salt to taste |
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For the garnish
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4 tablespoons grated vegetarian cooking cheese |
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For the pesto
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Lightly roast the pine nuts. Keep aside to cool. |
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Combine it with other ingredients in a blender and blend into a smooth paste. Keep aside. |
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How to proceed
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Heat the oil in a pan, add the zucchini, red capsicum, green capsicum and sauté for some time. |
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Add the pesto, cream and salt and bring to a boil. |
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Add the boiled penne and toss gently in the sauce till it is well coated. |
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Serve hot garnished ith grated cheese. |
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Tips
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| Use walnuts in the pesto if pine nuts are not available. |
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