Indulge in the perfect combination of flavors with this creamy pesto pasta recipe. The velvety sauce infused with the aromatic taste of basil takes this dish to a whole new level. It's a quick and easy recipe that makes for a satisfying meal. The creaminess of the sauce combines with the al dente pasta to create a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish, and watch it disappear within minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth paste forms.
- Transfer the pesto mixture to a medium saucepan and heat over low heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the sauce for a few minutes until heated through.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve the creamy pesto pasta hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
