Mezzemaniche with walnut cream

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 300 g of Rustichella d’Abruzzo Mezzemaniche
• 90 g of walnuts
• 55 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• 60 g of Rustichella d’Abruzzo extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove of garlic
• 250 ml of semi-skimmed milk
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Preparation: In a food processor, combine the shelled walnuts, oil, grated Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper, and blend until finely chopped. Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and over low heat, add the milk until you achieve a fairly thick cream. Cook the mezzemaniche in salted water, and once cooked, drain them and toss them in the pan with the walnut cream, mixing well. Plate and garnish with a few basil leaves.