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Pesto Pasta

Pesto Pasta

Pasta tossed in a fresh, homemade pesto sauce makes for a quick, vibrant dish that is packed with flavor. Perfect for using up fresh basil during the summer months!

Ready in 22 minutes · serves 4 · 400 calories per serving · italian cuisine.

22
min total
4
servings
400
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 12 ozpasta
  • 2 cupsbasil leaves
  • 1/2 cupparmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cupolive oil
  • 2 clovesgarlic
  • 1/4 cupnuts (pine nuts or walnuts)
  • 1/2 tspsalt
  • 1/2 tsppepper

Instructions

  1. 01

    Cook pasta according to package instructions.

  2. 02

    In a food processor, blend basil, garlic, nuts, and olive oil until smooth.

  3. 03

    Toss cooked pasta with the pesto sauce and Parmesan cheese.

  4. 04

    Season with salt and pepper to taste, serve warm.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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