Fresh Pesto Pasta Salad

Servings

8

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package small shell pasta
• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, pressed
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 (3 ounce) package shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts

Instructions

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. Whisk together vinegar and next 5 ingredients. Gradually whisk in olive oil.
3. Add vinaigrette to pasta. Add basil, cheese, and pine nuts; toss to combine. Garnish, if desired.