TOASTED WALNUT AND PESTO PASTA

2 tbsp. chopped walnuts, toasted
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves
3 tbsp. Promise ® Buttery Spread (margarine), divided use
1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 cup diced zucchini
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 lb. whole wheat penne pasta, cooked and drained (reserve 1/4 cup pasta water)

In blender or food processor, process walnuts and garlic until finely chopped. Add basil, parsley and 2 tablespoons Promise Buttery Spread and process just until blended.

Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon Spread and cook chicken, stirring occasionally, three minutes or until browned; remove chicken from skillet.

In same skillet, add zucchini and red pepper and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, four minutes or until tender.

Return chicken and any juices to skillet and cook one minute or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Toss hot penne with chicken, pesto and reserved pasta water.

Servings: 4
Source: Unilever