Description
Creamy pesto sauce pasta is a luxurious dish that combines the freshness of basil with the richness of cream, creating a delightfully comforting meal. This recipe features twirlable pasta enveloped in a vibrant green sauce, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or a quick weeknight feast. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this visually stunning and flavorful dish that will surely impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, following package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic until finely chopped. With the motor running, drizzle in olive oil until smooth.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine the pesto with heavy cream and mix well.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; serve immediately garnished with extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Blending, Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg