Description
Creamy pesto pasta is a quick and delightful dish, perfect for any occasion. With its luscious blend of fresh basil, aromatic garlic, and rich cream clinging to al dente pasta, this recipe delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for cozy nights at home or impressing dinner guests with minimal effort. Experience the magic of Italian cuisine right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz linguine
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 3 garlic cloves
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions.
- In a food processor, combine basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the heavy cream, then stir in the pesto mixture.
- Drain the pasta (reserve some water) and add it to the skillet. Toss gently to coat.
- If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Serve immediately topped with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg