PASTA WITH 10-MINUTE PESTO
Blanching fresh basil leaves before blending is the key to this vibrant, ultra-herby pesto. Perfect for pasta, it also dresses up pizza, scrambled eggs, and more.
Provided by Mindy Fox
Categories Pasta Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Basil Pine Nut Herb Small Plates
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 2 Tbsp. pasta cooking liquid.
- Meanwhile, toast 2 Tbsp. pine nuts in a small skillet over medium-low heat, shaking skillet back and forth, until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes; set aside.
- Blanch 5 cups basil in a small pot of boiling water 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon or spider, transfer to a large bowl filled with ice water.
- Purée garlic, oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, and remaining 1/3 cup pine nuts in a blender until nuts are very finely chopped and mixture is creamy. Using your hands, lift basil from ice water, shaking off excess but not all water from leaves (a bit of water will aid emulsification). Add to blender and purée just to combine. Add 1 cup Parmesan; purée just to combine.
- Transfer pesto to a medium bowl, then stir in reserved pasta cooking liquid. Transfer pasta to a large serving bowl or platter and toss with pesto. Top with Parmesan and reserved toasted pine nuts and garnish with basil.
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Viikki Saiin
[email protected]I love this pesto pasta recipe because it's so versatile. I can add any vegetables or protein that I have on hand. I've made it with chicken, shrimp, broccoli, and zucchini. It's always delicious.
kashaf khan
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge and this recipe is a great way to use it up. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the pesto is so flavorful.
Calicious Ndou
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of pesto and this recipe did not disappoint. The pesto was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. It really took the dish to the next level.
Kitimbo Maxwell
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make and it's always a delicious meal. I love that I can use frozen pesto to make it even faster.
Hikmatullah Janm
[email protected]I made this pesto pasta recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The pesto was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
forward mutevera
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. It's quick and easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand.
Bensoki Emmanuel
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this pesto pasta recipe is so easy to make that even I can do it. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a blender and it's ready in no time.
Bibe Mukhiya
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is a great way to get my kids to eat vegetables. I sneak in all sorts of vegetables into the pesto and they never even notice. They just love the delicious flavor of the pesto.
Prasenjit Roy
[email protected]I love this pesto pasta recipe because it's so versatile. I can add any vegetables or protein that I have on hand. I've made it with chicken, shrimp, broccoli, and zucchini. It's always delicious.
Mary Charley
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge and this recipe is a great way to use it up. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the pesto is so flavorful.
Alejandra
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of pesto and this recipe did not disappoint. The pesto was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the pine nuts and Parmesan cheese. It really took the dish to the next level.
Azan Ch
[email protected]This pesto pasta recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make and it's always a delicious meal. I love that I can use frozen pesto to make it even faster.
Mohamed Alaa
[email protected]I made this pesto pasta for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The pesto was so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Rachel Minch
[email protected]This pesto pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use any type of pasta I have on hand.
JJ Sammy
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The pesto was delicious and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Md. Abdul Rahim
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pesto is so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the lemon zest and red pepper flakes. It really brightened up the dish.
Zaniyah Davis
[email protected]I was skeptical about a 10-minute pesto, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was quick and easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Yoon Yoon
[email protected]I've made this pesto pasta recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The pesto is so flavorful and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I love that this recipe is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Mary Owusu Afriyie
[email protected]This pesto pasta was a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The pesto came together in just 10 minutes and the pasta cooked while the pesto was blending. The result was a flavorful and delicious meal that the whole family loved.