Garlic Bread with Pesto Pasta

SERVING SUGGESTION (SERVES 4)

INGREDIENTS

bread...

1 Creative Foods Garlic or Brioche Bread

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pesto sauce...

1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

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pasta...

3 cups pasta 
3 cups vegetable broth (or water)
2 cups cut tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

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COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

bread..

Follow the instructions on the packet.

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pesto sauce...

In blender place pesto ingredients and process for 3 minutes, (put aside).

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pasta...
1. In a pot, heat pasta and broth until boiling. 

2. Reduce heat to medium then cover pot and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently until liquid is almost absorbed.

3. Remove from heat.

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bring the meal together...

1. Add pesto to the pasta.

2. Stir in the tomatoes.

3. Cook over medium 2 to 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
4. Garnish with basil and 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese.

5. Serve with garlic bread.