Ingredients
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Directions
1/4 lb Rotelle pasta
6 TB pesto
2 c tomato sauce
1/4 c cream
Cook Rotelle according to package directions. Drain and add 3
tablespoons of pesto. Toss to coat. Set aside. In saucepan combine
remaining pesto and tomato sauce. Stir until mixed. Add cream and
stir well. Pour over pasta and serve.
Recipe By :HOW TO BOIL WATER SHOW #BW8196
Date: Wed, 16 Oct 1996 15:00:15
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Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Italian; Pasta; Sauce
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