Penne alla Pesto

Description
Contributed by Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends Y-Group
 * Original recipe
 * Prep Time: 15 Minutes
 * Servings: 4

Ingredients

 * 1½ cups fresh basil, stems removed
 * 2 cloves garlic, chopped
 * 2 tbsp olive oil
 * ¼ cup + 2 tbsp pine nuts, toasted
 * 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
 * ¾ lb cooked penne, hot

Directions

 * 1) Wash and dry basil.
 * 2) Place basil in a blender or food processor with garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, cheese and pepper to taste; purée.
 * 3) Transfer cooked penne to a serving bowl.
 * 4) Add pesto and toss thoroughly to serve.

Nutritional information
Per serving:
 * Calories: 209 | Protein: 5g | Sodium: 66mg | Cholesterol: 2mg | Fat: 13g | Carbohydrates: 19g
 * Exchanges: 2½ fat | 2½ starch