Bow Ties with Walnuts

To toast nuts, put them in a small, ungreased skillet over low heat and stir occasionally until they are toasted.  Way quicker than using the oven, and easier to keep from burning.

Bow Ties with Walnuts

1 lb. Bow tie noodles -- cooked (reserve 1/2 cup cooking water)
1 cup Walnuts -- chopped and toasted
6 tbsp. Butter
1 1/4 tsp. Sage
2 1/2 tbsp. Lemon juice
1/2 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. Pepper
1 1/3 cups Shredded Romano (or Italian blend) cheese

Melt butter in a large skillet. Add spices and lemon juice. Remove from heat. Stir in pasta and 1/2 cup cooking water. Stir in cheese. Garnish with toasted nuts.