How To Make Pasta with Creamy Walnut Pesto
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of pasta
- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup of walnuts
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a food processor, add the basil, walnuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth.
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Pour the pesto sauce over the cooked pasta and toss until well coated.
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Serve hot and garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition
- calories : 450kcal
- total fat : 29g
- saturated fat : 5g
- cholesterol : 5mg
- sodium : 150mg
- total carbohydrates : 40g
- dietary fiber : 4g
- sugar : 2g
- protein : 10g
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