Fettuccine Piccata


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You'll be pleasantly surprised at the wonderful taste of this pasta. My grandchildren always want me to make this pasta when they visit. I've used this recipe on several television shows on my book tours. It smells so great that the studio crew comes running for a taste!

Fettuccine Piccata

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Fettuccine Piccata

Recipe Type: Pasta, Capers, Wine
Yields: 4 to 6 servings
Prep time: 15 min


Ingredients:

1 (16-ounce) package uncooked fettuccine pasta
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup capers, drained
1/4 cup white wine

1/2 cup prepared pesto
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup cottage cheese
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Freshly-grated parmesan cheese


Preparation:

Cook pasta according to package directions: drain and return to pan to keep warm. Learn How To Cook Pasta Properly.

In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil, capers, white wine, pesto, and garlic 1 minute or until aromatic; stir in black olives, lemon juice, and cottage cheese. Remove from heat and pour over prepared pasta; toss to coat thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer onto individual serving plates and garnish with parmesan cheese.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.