Pesto Pasta
Pasta & NoodlesClassicMedium

Pesto Pasta

4.7(288 reviews)

Savour the rich culinary tradition in this pasta favorite. Quick enough for weeknights, fancy enough for dates.

Prep Time

30 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

50 mins

Ingredients

Servings2
Pasta
Fresh basil
Pine nuts
Garlic
Parmesan cheese
Olive oil
Cherry tomatoes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Step 1

Gather and prep all ingredients. Finely chop garlic, onions, and any fresh herbs required for the recipe.

2

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

3

Step 3

In a separate pan, melt butter or heat oil. Sauté the aromatics, then stir in your base sauce ingredients. Let simmer on low heat for 8-10 minutes to let flavors meld.

4

Step 4

Toss the cooked, drained pasta directly into the sauce. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to emulsify the sauce, tossing over low heat for 2 minutes until glossy.

5

Step 5

Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh herbs (like basil, parsley, or cilantro) and a sprinkle of grated cheese or sea salt. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Nutritional Profile

Calculated value per serving. Standard values based on standard culinary guidelines.

Energy Calories

548 kcal

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Protein13g
Carbs67g
Fat10g

Recipe Specs

Yield Servings2 people
Cooking SkillMedium
Category TagPasta & Noodles
ThemeClassic

Dietary Tags

Vegetarian

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