1 Cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped salted, roasted
1/4 Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Salt & freshly ground white pepper
1 Lb. Fettuccini or linguini
Instructions
Blend 1/4 cup oil, basil and garlic in blender. Add nuts and parmesan and blend well. Gradually mix in remaining 1/2 cup of oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared up to a week ahead of time). Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, but still firm. Drain- return to pot. Meanwhile cook sauce in heavy saucepan over low heat until heated through. Pour over pasta: toss well.