Delicious Pesto Pasta with Fresh Cherry Tomatoes

Enjoy a satisfying and flavorful meal with this simple Pesto Pasta recipe featuring the rich and nutty taste of homemade pesto sauce paired with juicy cherry tomatoes. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual get-together with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta of your choice
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
3. Toss the pesto sauce with the cooked pasta until well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Add cherry tomatoes and gently stir into the pasta.
5. Serve the pesto pasta in bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy!

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