·1 lb pene pasta (or any short pasta,)
·1.5 cups shelled pistachios, unsalted
·1/2 cup grated Parmesan
·1/4 cup olive oil
·1 clove garlic
·1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
·Salt to taste
1.Boil pasta in salted water until al dente.
2.Pulse pistachios, cheese, garlic, basil, and olive oil in a food processor until a coarse paste forms.
3.Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup water.
4.Toss pasta with pesto and reserved water until creamy.
Pulse extra pistachios and parmesan for a dusting on the top.