Whole Wheat Pasta with Parmesan and Pine Nuts

This Italian girl has gotta have her pasta every once in a while. This recipe includes fresh basil, grape tomatoes, and pine nuts. These ingredients are light and fresh and allow you to have your pasta without feeling weight down.


Whole Wheat Pasta with Parmesan and Pine Nuts

Ingredients

  • One box of whole wheat fusilli pasta
  • 1/4 c pine nuts 
  • 1/4 c freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 c fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4-1/2 c extra virgin olive oil
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste 
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste 
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes for garnish

Instructions

  • In a bowl mix together olive oil, pine nuts, parmesan, basil and red pepper flakes 
  • Cover bowl with saran wrap and let stand 
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions 
  • Toss cooked pasta in the bowl with the olive oil mixture
  • Garnish with cherry tomatoes, use salt and pepper to taste 

We don't make this recipe often, but when we do it's a special treat. I love adding extra tomatoes, or chicken for protein if we're in the mood for a bit of a heartier dinner. You could always add cooked shrimp too!