Description
Casarecce Pasta with Basil Pesto is a vibrant dish that combines the uniquely twisted casarecce pasta with a fresh, aromatic basil pesto. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful meal that bursts with flavor in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces casarecce pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the casarecce pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
- While processing, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the drained pasta with the pesto, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired creaminess is achieved.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg