Title: Penne Pasta, Green Bean and Chicken Pesto
Categories: Pasta
Yield: 6 Servings

1/2 lb Penne
1 lb Fresh green beans or snap
-peas; washed & trimmed
3 c Boiled; grilled or roasted
-chicken; cubed
25 Fresh basil leaves
15 Resh parsley leaves
1/4 c Mayonnaise
3 tb Pine nuts
1/2 c Olive oil
2 Cloves garlic
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tb Toasted pine nuts

From: Laura Hunter

Date: Mon, 5 Aug 1996 20:22:19 -0400
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a pinch of salt and add pasta -
stir. When pata is cooked to within 2 to 3 minutes of al dente, drop in
the green beans or peas. Cook until peas are just tender. Drain beans and
pasta; refresh immediately under cold water, drain well and turn into a
large serving dish. Add chicken. Place basil leaves, parsley, mayonnaise
and 3 tablespoons of pine nuts into a food processor. Process to make a
well blended, creamy mixture. With the machine running, pour the oil slowly
through the food tube and blend well. Drop in the garlic and blend briefly.
Season with salt & pepper. Pour dressing over the salad ingredients in the
bowl and toss. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of toasted pine nuts. Serves 6
to 8.

EAT-L Digest 4 August 96

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