- 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated fettuccine or linguine
- 3/4 cup chopped hazelnuts, pecans, and/or pine nuts
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola or other blue cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
- fresh basil (optional)
- Cook pasta in boiling water according to package directions; drain. Return to pan; keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a medium skillet cook the nuts in butter and olive oil until toasted and butter begins to brown, stirring frequently.
- Add nut mixture to pasta; add Gorgonzola or blue cheese, Parmesan cheese, and snipped basil. Toss gently to coat.
- Transfer to a serving platter. If desired, garnish with fresh basil.