Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 pound of your favorite pasta, cooked
– Fresh basil pesto (homemade or purchased)
– 12 oz pasta (preferably penne or fusilli)
– 2 cups fresh basil leaves
– 1/3 cup pine nuts
– 2 cloves garlic
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup olive oil
– 1/2 cup heavy cream or cashew cream (for vegan option)
Instructions
1-Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes.
2-While the pasta cooks, prepare the pesto sauce by blending fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth.
3-In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream, then stir in the prepared pesto sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until it’s heated through and slightly thickened.
4-Drain the pasta, reserving a small cup of pasta water, and add the pasta to the saucepan with the sauce, tossing to coat. Use the reserved water to adjust consistency as needed.
5-Garnish with extra pine nuts, fresh basil leaves, and a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired, then serve immediately.
Last Step:
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🌱 Use homemade pesto for the freshest flavor, but store-bought works well if fresh basil isn’t available.
🍗 Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables to boost protein and nutrition.
🍝 Choose pasta shapes like farfalle that hold sauce well to enhance each bite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving