Creamy Pesto Pasta Recipe
A rich and flavorful pasta dish with a creamy pesto sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 450 g Penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Milk or half and half
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 0.5 cup Pesto
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt. Add the penne pasta and cook it to al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until lightly golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream, milk or half and half, pesto, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir and let simmer over medium-high heat.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix until the pasta is fully coated with the sauce. Heat for another 1-2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh basil if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh basil in your pesto for better flavor.
- Don't overcook the pasta; al dente is ideal.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Pairs well with light salad or bread.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 16gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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