Pasta with Walnuts and Garlic (Pasta con Salsa di Noci)

With walnuts growing over much of Italy, this is a classic recipe that makes the most of just a few available ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup (250 ml) walnuts, toasted and cooled
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1 cup (250 ml) heavy cream
• 1 lb (450 g) pasta shape of your choice, cooked according
• to package directions and drained
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS

Combine the walnuts, garlic, salt, and pepper in an electric food processor and process to coarsely chop the nuts. Add the cream and process until the sauce is fairly smooth. Combine the sauce, cooked pasta, and parsely in a serving bowl and toss to combine. Serves 4 to 6.