Creamy Pesto PastaIngredients:
1 lb penne pasta 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped basil Salt and pepper to tasteInstructions:
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, pesto sauce, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
3.
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat.
4.
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
5.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6.
Serve immediately topped with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, use homemade pesto sauce.
To add a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
If you don’t have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or half-and-half.
This pasta dish can be prepared up to 3 days ahead of time.
Reheat gently over low heat before serving.

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