Ingredients:
8 ounces farfalle pasta or 8 ounces fusilli
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves ( packed)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
Cook pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente.
While pasta is cooking, combine remaining ingredients except Parmesan in a food processor and process for 30 seconds.
(To release more flavor from basil leaves, place them in a small plastic bag and bruise with a meat mallet before adding to food processor).
Drain pasta and toss with sauce in a serving bowl.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Servings: 2-4
Time preparation: 20 min.
Time total: 20 min.