MINT PESTO PASTA

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A variation of a great Italian dish given to me by a friend.

Provided by Kate Phillips Masterson

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 41 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Shahida Shahida
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This pasta dish was very easy to make and the results were delicious! The mint pesto was flavorful and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Hafiz Shahbaz
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. However, I would have liked it more if the sauce had been a bit creamier.


arsal Shabir
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This pasta dish was a bit too minty for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had used less mint in the pesto.


Gods Way
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I loved this recipe! The mint pesto was so refreshing and flavorful. The pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Upendra Ghimire
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This pasta dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The mint pesto was especially good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Asif Irshad
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I'm not a big fan of mint, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The mint pesto was actually very flavorful and refreshing. The pasta was also cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others,


Angela Holt
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The mint pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


dxn tanvir
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The mint pesto was a bit too minty for my taste and the pasta was a bit overcooked. I think I would have liked it more if I had used less mint and cooked the pasta for a shorter amount of time.


Beau Gonzales
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This pasta dish was very easy to make and the results were delicious! The mint pesto was flavorful and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


JK Mirza Gaming
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. However, I would have liked it more if the sauce had been a bit creamier.


Flor Garcia
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This pasta dish was a bit too minty for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had used less mint in the pesto.


Tanjim Ahmed
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I loved this recipe! The mint pesto was so refreshing and flavorful. The pasta was also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Dylan Grix
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This was an easy and delicious recipe. The mint pesto was very flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


GLORIA AGUILAR
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pasta turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the mint added a nice freshness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Pakistani Pak
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This pasta dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if I had added some more salt and pepper. The mint pesto was also a bit too minty for my liking.


Eman ali Unar
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This was a delicious and refreshing pasta dish. The mint pesto was light and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also liked the addition of the pine nuts, which added a nice crunch. Overall, I was very happy with this recipe.


Decent Queen
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I've made this mint pesto pasta recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The sauce is so flavorful and creamy, and the mint adds a really nice touch. I also like that this recipe is so versatile. I've added different vegetables, such as brocco


Crazzy
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This pasta dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. The mint pesto was a great way to add some freshness to the dish. I also liked the addition of the cherry tomatoes, which added a pop of color and sweetness. Overall, I was very happy with this


Ms J DivaOfDesign
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I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this mint pesto pasta changed my mind. The mint added a unique and refreshing flavor that I loved. The pasta was also cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


amentet kerr
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This mint pesto pasta was an absolute delight! The flavors of the mint, basil, and pine nuts came together perfectly, creating a refreshing and vibrant dish. The pasta was cooked al dente, which gave it a nice bite. Overall, it was a delicious and sa