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Creamy Spinach-Basil Pasta Salad Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 cup lightly packed fresh spinach
1/4 cup basil
2 Tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp water
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
8 oz. dry ziti or other small pasta cooked, rinsed & drained
3/4 cup halved
cherry tomatoes
2 Tbsp toasted pine nuts
Directions:
Directions:
In food processor, combine spinach, basil, cheese, salt & pepper. Add oil & water; process until nearly smooth and mixture forms a paste, scraping sides frequently. Transfer to a serving bowl; stir in mayonnaise, then pasta. Chill, covered for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Before serving, top salad with tomatoes and pine nuts.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
25 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Got the recipe from Midwest Living

 

 

 

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