sundried tomato - walnut

Sun Dried Tomato Basil Pasta Salad
adapted from allrecipes.com

2 cups uncooked pasta
3/4 cup fresh basil
1 cup walnuts
1/2 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes, packed in oil
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Place basil and sun dried tomatoes in a food processor or blender. Pulse 5 or 6 times until combined. Add cheese, salt and pepper. Add olive oil in a stream until a pesto consistency is reached.

Combine pasta and sauce. Serve with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.