Indulge in a culinary journey with our enticing collection of basil pasta recipes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Pesto Pasta, a vibrant marriage of fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, to the sun-dried tomato and basil pasta, a delightful dance of tangy tomatoes and aromatic basil, our recipes offer a diverse range of culinary adventures.
Unravel the secrets of Basil Pesto Pasta, a timeless classic that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine. Discover the vibrant flavors of Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pasta, a delightful union of sweet and tangy flavors. Embark on a culinary adventure with Creamy Pesto Pasta, a rich and indulgent dish that will leave you craving more. Explore the simplicity and elegance of Garlic Butter Basil Pasta, a harmonious blend of savory garlic and aromatic basil.
Prepare yourself for a taste sensation with our collection of basil pasta recipes. Each dish is a culinary masterpiece, crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. Indulge in a delightful symphony of tastes and textures that will leave you craving more.
LEMON BASIL PASTA
Light and refreshing Lemon Basil Pasta made with staple ingredients and topped with fresh strips of basil for amazing flavor.
Provided by Julie Blanner
Categories Entree
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salty water to a boil. Prepare noodles al dente.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add garlic. Reduce to medium low heat.
- Add lemon juice and cooking wine, stir until warm.
- Toss with drained pasta.
- Top with parmesan and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 56 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BASIL NOODLES
This recipe is our favorite use for our summer crop of basil. We even grow a monster leaf variety of basil just to create this pasta. -Janine M Colasurdo, Chesapeake, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place basil in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Add flour; process until blended. Add the eggs, water and oil. Process for 15-20 seconds or until dough forms a ball. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes. Divide into fourths., On a floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/16-in. thickness. Roll up jelly-roll style and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Separate and unroll the slices. Hang to dry or let stand on a clean towel for 1 hour. Cook noodles in boiling salted water for 4-5 minutes or until tender; drain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SPAGHETTI WITH GARLIC AND BASIL
This is a delicious and quick pasta dish. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread.
Provided by MARILYN PERZIK
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Spaghetti Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place spaghetti in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- In a large bowl, toss the spaghetti with the olive oil, butter, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 79.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
TOMATO BASIL PASTA
This recipe is a simple, flavorful dish served at room temperature. Fantastic! This dish will refrigerate well and is just as yummy the next day for lunch as a cold pasta salad!
Provided by ANGELA DAWN
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir tomatoes, onion, olive oil, garlic, and basil together in a bowl.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 12 minutes. Drain.
- Toss warm pasta with feta cheese and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Stir tomato mixture into pasta and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
BASIL PASTA NOODLES
Make and share this Basil Pasta Noodles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ellie3763
Categories Healthy
Time 2h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place basil in a food processor, cover and process until finely chopped. Add flour, process until blended.
- Add eggs, water, and oil. Process 15 - 20 seconds or until dough forms a ball.
- Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 - 10 minutes.
- Cover and let rest for 30 minutes. Divide into fourths.
- On a floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/16 inch thickness.
- Roll up jelly roll style and cut into 1/4 inch slices. Separate and unroll the slices carefully.
- Hang to dry on a pasta rack, or let stand on a clean towel for one hour.
- Cook noodles in boiling salted water for 4 - 5 minutes or until tender, drain and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.9, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 27.7, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 7.4
ONE-POT SAUSAGE AND BASIL PASTA
There's nothing better than coming home and putting dinner on the table in 30 minutes. It's easy to add different kinds of sausage or seasonings to make this sausage and basil pasta your own. -Erin Raatjes, New Lenox, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine the first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until pasta is al dente, 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add Parmesan, salt and pepper; stir until cheese is melted. If desired, mix in crushed red pepper flakes and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 862mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
BASIL FETTUCCINE (PASTA NOODLE RECIPE)
Make this tasty but nutritious pasta- it will save you money- and impress your friends and family. I use this easy to make pasta (in the food processor) to make noodles as well as some raviolis- lovely!
Provided by That Napa Chicken R
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using a food processor, process basil leaves until chopped very fine. Add 1 1/2 cups of flour and pulse two or three times, or until combined.
- Add egg, 1 teaspoon oil, and the water until dough forms a ball shape. If dough seems dry, add a bit more water. Wrap dough in a piece of plastic wrap which has been coated in a few drops of olive oil.
- Refrigerate dough for 2 hours.
- Remove dough from refrigerator, and cut into 6 equal size portions. Run pasta though pasta machine, or roll with rolling pin to desired thickness. Use the additional flour to coat pasta while rolling.
- Allow pasta to dry for one hour prior to cooking if making noodles.
- Cook in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. This should take only a 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 52.9, Sodium 19, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.3, Protein 7.1
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh basil. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but reduce the amount by half.
- You can use any type of pasta for this recipe, but short pastas like penne or bow-tie pasta work best.
- If you don't have pine nuts, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
- You can add other vegetables to this recipe, such as zucchini, broccoli, or bell peppers.
- If you want a creamier sauce, you can add a splash of cream or milk.
- Serve this dish immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Conclusion:
Basil pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up fresh basil from your garden. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy.
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