Ingredients:
1/2 cup olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 -5 anchovy fillets (optional)
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped & toasted
1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
1/2 cup dark raisins
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch black pepper
1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
1 lb spaghetti
Directions:
In a heavy skillet, heat the oil. Add the garlic and anchovies; saute over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes; be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the nuts, raisins, pesto and pepper. Simmer on low heat for 4 to 5 minutes, cover and remove from the heat.
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
Transfer the pasta into a warm serving bowl.
Starting with 1/2 cup foriana mixture, toss into pasta. Add more to your taste. Serve with grated parmesan cheese.
This sauce will dress 2 pounds or more of pasta, depending on taste.
Servings: 8
Time preparation: 5 min.
Time total: 15 min.