Creamy Pesto Pasta
Creamy pesto pasta is a delightful dish that combines the fresh flavors of basil and garlic with rich cream for a comforting meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. With its vibrant green sauce and perfectly cooked pasta, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is as simple to make as it is satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a food processor, blend basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan until finely chopped.
- With the processor running, drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Then incorporate heavy cream and blend until well combined.
- Drain the cooked pasta (do not rinse) and return it to the pot over low heat. Pour in the pesto sauce and mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg