Indulgent Creamy Pesto Pasta Recipes for Home Cooks
This creamy pesto pasta recipe features a rich, velvety sauce and a burst of fresh basil flavor, making it an inviting choice for gatherings or weeknight dinne…
Ingredients
- 400 g pasta penne or fettuccine
- 200 g fresh basil leaves
- 100 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 60 g pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil as needed
Instructions
- Cook the pasta until al dente.
- Prepare the pesto by blending basil, garlic, and pine nuts.
- Incorporate the Parmesan cheese and heavy cream into the pesto.
- Combine the drained pasta and pesto sauce.
- Season with salt, pepper, and additional Parmesan to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra pine nuts.