Walnut-Basil Pesto with Penne - Delicious Living

Ingredients

• 1 large bunch basil (about 4 ounces)
• 1/3 cup raw walnuts
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus 1 tablespoon for topping
• 2 large cloves garlic, peeled
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• ½ pound whole-wheat penne rigate (or other pasta)
• 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds, for garnish