Delicious Instant Pot Linguine with Pesto and Peas Recipe

Get ready to enjoy a mouthwatering bowl of linguine pasta coated in homemade pesto sauce and loaded with sweet green peas. This Instant Pot recipe takes the hassle out of cooking pasta and delivers a flavorful and satisfying dish in no time. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a comforting meal, this linguine with pesto and peas will quickly become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 pound linguine pasta
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup pine nuts
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup frozen sweet peas
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Water for cooking pasta

Directions

1. Break the linguine pasta in half and place it in the Instant Pot.
2. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
3. With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
4. Add the pesto sauce to the Instant Pot with the pasta.
5. Add the frozen peas to the Instant Pot.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Add enough water to cover the pasta and peas completely.
8. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
9. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
10. Once the cooking time is up, carefully quick release the pressure.
11. Remove the lid and give everything a good stir.
12. Serve the linguine with pesto and peas hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
13. Enjoy!

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