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Pesto Turkey & Pasta
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
1 (4 2/3 ounce) package pasta roni, chicken & broccoli linguine mix
1 lb skinless boneless turkey breasts or 1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1 medium red bell peppers or 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/4 cup pine nuts or 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
grated parmesan cheese, optional
Directions:
1. In large saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water, milk and margarine to a boil.
2. Stir in pasta and Special Seasonings.
3. Reduce heat to medium.
4. Gently boil 1 minute.
5. Add turkey, bell pepper and onion.
6. Return to a boil.
7. Gently boil 8 to 9 minutes or until pasta is tender and turkey is no longer pink inside, stirring occasionally.
8. Stir in pesto.
9. Let stand 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
10. Sprinkle with nuts and cheese, if desired.
11. Tip: To make your own pesto, blend 2 cups fresh parsley or basil, 2 cloves garlic and 1/3 cup walnuts in a blender or food processor.
12. Slowly add 1/2 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup Parmesancheese.
By RecipeOfHealth.com