Best 4 Delicious Pesto Cream Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Pesto Cream Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Crafted with fresh basil, aromatic pine nuts, vibrant lemon juice, and rich Parmesan cheese, this versatile sauce elevates any dish to new heights.

Dive into a collection of tantalizing recipes that showcase the Pesto Cream Sauce's versatility. From the classic Pesto Cream Pasta, where tender pasta is enveloped in a creamy pesto sauce, to the succulent Pesto Cream Chicken, where succulent chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious pesto cream, each recipe promises an explosion of flavors.

For seafood lovers, the Pesto Cream Salmon is a must-try. Flaky salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection and nestled in a creamy pesto sauce, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.

Vegetarians will delight in the vibrant Pesto Cream Vegetable Pasta, a medley of colorful vegetables tossed in a vibrant pesto cream sauce, offering a healthy and flavorful meal.

But the culinary adventure doesn't end there. Discover the delightful Pesto Cream Pizza, where a crispy crust is topped with a creamy pesto sauce, succulent chicken, and a symphony of vegetables, resulting in a pizza that's both indulgent and satisfying.

And for a creamy and flavorful twist to your favorite soup, try the Pesto Cream Soup. This velvety soup is infused with the vibrant flavors of pesto, making it a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for chilly evenings.

So, embark on a culinary adventure with our Pesto Cream Sauce and explore a world of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY PESTO SAUCE



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You only need a handful of simple ingredients for this creamy pesto sauce, and it's ready in about 20 minutes. It's perfect for a quick dinner when you're craving pasta.

Provided by April Anderson

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces fettuccine
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup pesto
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon chopped parsley
Juice of a half lemon
Salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Boil the pasta according to package instructions.
  • While the pasta cooks, melt the butter over medium heat in a large pan. Add the cream and whisk the two together.
  • Add the pesto and lemon zest and whisk to combine. Cook the sauce (don't let it boil) for a couple of minutes before adding the Parmesan cheese and parsley. Stir until the cheese melts into the sauce.
  • Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat it in the sauce. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top, toss again, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 of recipe, Calories 553 calories, Sugar 2.5g, Sodium 248.7mg, Fat 37.2g, SaturatedFat 19.9g, UnsaturatedFat 15g, TransFat 0.2g, Carbohydrate 44.5g, Fiber 2.2g, Protein 10.8g, Cholesterol 81.6mg

PESTO CREAM SAUCE



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Serve this delicious sauce over your favorite pasta for a quick, delectable meal. Do NOT substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream if you want a thick sauce. Heavy cream contains at least 36% milkfat. Half-and-half, just like the name says, is half milk and half cream and is no more than 18% milkfat. If half-and-half is used, the sauce will only be half as thick as it would if heavy cream were used. Also, if the amount of butter is reduced, that will also make the sauce thinner, as butter is 80% milkfat.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Heat heavy whipping cream and water in a small, heavy saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  • Add butter, pesto sauce, garlic powder and salt. Reduce heat and continue to cook about 5 more minutes over low heat.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup parmesan cheese until melted.

PESTO CREAM SAUCE



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This absolutely combines the best ingredients to create a rich, velvety pesto sauce. It's sinfully delicious!

Provided by rosiella

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
8 cloves garlic, sliced
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1 ½ cups grated Romano cheese
1 cup prepared basil pesto
1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
20 mushrooms, chopped
3 roma (plum) tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until tender and translucent. Stir in garlic and butter, and saute until garlic is soft and fragrant, about 1 minute. Dissolve flour in milk, then stir in. Season with salt and pepper, and simmer 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Add cheese, and stir until melted. Stir in pesto. Add shrimp, mushrooms and tomatoes. Cook 4 minutes, or until heated through. Toss with pasta until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.2 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Cholesterol 154.9 mg, Fat 38.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 738.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

DELICIOUS PESTO CREAM SAUCE



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This is a great sauce for pasta. We like cappelini, penne, or fettucini. Add shrimp or crawfish for a complete meal with a crisp green salad and some hot, buttered French bread. I make my own pesto and freeze in ice cube trays. This recipe calls for 2 cubes. Enjoy!

Provided by Penny Stettinius

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 shallots, minced
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup dry white wine
2 -4 tablespoons pesto sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese, fresly grated
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet and then add the butter and oil.
  • Over medium heat, saute the shallots and garlic until soft.Do not get the heat too high or the garlic will burn.
  • Add the wine and the chicken broth and season with the salt and pepper.
  • Reduce in half, stirring occasionally.
  • Add cream and pesto and incorporate well.
  • Lower the heat and add 1/4 of the cheese, stir well.
  • Then add another 1/4 cup of the cheese and when that is incorporated, add the pasta.
  • Toss well and serve.
  • Accent well with the remaining cheese.

Tips:

  • Use fresh basil: Fresh basil leaves are essential for a flavorful pesto cream sauce. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Toast the pine nuts: Toasting the pine nuts adds a nutty flavor to the pesto cream sauce. You can toast them in a pan over medium heat for a few minutes, or you can roast them in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: The quality of the olive oil you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the pesto cream sauce. Use a extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity flavor.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: The pesto cream sauce should be cooked until it is just heated through. If you overcook it, the sauce will lose its flavor and become thick and gloppy.
  • Serve the sauce immediately: The pesto cream sauce is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to store it, you can keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Pesto cream sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for pasta, chicken, fish, and vegetables. It is also a great way to use up leftover pesto. With its fresh, flavorful, and creamy taste, pesto cream sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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