Orzo and Pignoli (pasta and Pine Nuts)

8 oz Orzo or other sm pasta; such as mini shells
1 tb Virgin olive oil;
3 tb Pine nuts; pignoli
1 tb Dried leaf basil;
Salt to taste;
Pepper to taste;

Bring a large kettle of water to a boil and cook orzo until al dente; 3 minutes. Drain in a colander. Meanwhile, in a small, non-stick skillet, heat oil and stir in pine nuts. Cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Add basil. Toss with orzo, season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through and serve.

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