Delectable Creamy Pesto Pasta with Sun-Kissed Tomatoes

Bynews dail

Jan 28, 2025

Creamy Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried TomatoesIngredients:
For the Pesto:
1 cup fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Pasta:
1 pound pasta, such as penne or rigatoni 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheeseInstructions:
To Make the Pesto:
1.
Combine all of the pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor.
2.
Pulse until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
To Make the Pasta:
1.
Cook the pasta according to package directions.
Drain and set aside.
2.
In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes.
Bring to a simmer.
3.
Stir in the cooked pasta and pesto.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
4.
Stir in the mozzarella cheese until melted.
To Serve:
1.
Serve immediately topped with additional Parmesan cheese and basil leaves, if desired.
Tips:
You can use any type of pasta you have on hand.
If you don’t have a food processor, you can chop the basil leaves and pine nuts by hand.
To make the dish vegetarian, omit the Parmesan cheese from the pesto and replace the mozzarella cheese with nutritional yeast.
For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the pesto.

Delectable Creamy Pesto Pasta with Sun-Kissed Tomatoes

Bynews dail

By news dail

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