Pistachio Pesto with Angel Hair Pasta

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1 package angel hair pasta

1/2 cup Pistachio Pesto, recipe follows

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 cup Parmesan ribbons, shaved with a vegetable peeler, for garnish

1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half, for garnish

1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Pistachio Pesto:

8 cups fresh basil leaves, washed and dried

1 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil

3/4 cup unsalted pistachios, toasted and crushed in a mortar and pestle

1/2 cup grated Parmesan

2 cloves garlic

Salt and freshly ground black pepper