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Pesto Pasta Recipe

A simple and delicious pesto pasta recipe.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Pasta

  • 400 g Pasta

Pesto

  • 2 cups Fresh Basil
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a blender, combine basil, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. 3. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
  4. 4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pasta, Pesto
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