Pesto Pasta
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Pesto Pasta is a quick and vibrant Italian dish that features fresh basil pesto, combining pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic. The fragrant sauce transforms simple pasta into a flavorful and aromatic meal.
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 portions 1x
- Category: Easy
Ingredients
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- 400 g pasta (e.g., spaghetti, penne)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Gradually add olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta with pesto sauce until well coated.
- Serve with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
