Creamy Pesto Pasta
Creamy pesto pasta is a comforting dish that brings together the richness of cream, the freshness of basil, and the nuttiness of Parmesan. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a visually stunning and delicious meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, blend basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil until smooth.
- Gradually add heavy cream while pulsing; then mix in grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce in a pot, mixing well to coat all strands.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg