Penne Pasta With Walnuts Green Onions and Goat Cheese

Entered for safe-keeping with a slight twist as a nod to a favorite salad. Found in California Sizzles.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1  cup  chopped green onion
• 1  cup  coarsely chopped walnuts
• 1  lb penne pasta, cooked according to package directions
• 3 -4  ounces  mild  goat cheese, crumbled
• 1  cup  whipping cream
• 1⁄2 cup  grated romano cheese
•  fresh ground pepper, to taste
•  fresh spinach leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add green onions and walnuts and saute over medium heat until onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add cooked and drained pasta to skillet along with goat cheese. Reduce heat to low and stir gently until cheese melts.
4. Add whipping cream and Romano cheese. Season with pepper and stir well. Garnish with spinach leaves if desired. Serve immediately.