Irresistible Cheesy Pesto Lovers Pasta Recipe for Foodies
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in our irresistible Cheesy Pesto Lovers Pasta recipe perfect for foodies craving rich flavors and creamy goodness in every bite Enjoy
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces of pasta (penne or fettuccine work well)
1 cup of homemade or store-bought basil pesto
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water for later use, then drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
In the same pot (or a large skillet), reduce the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream. Stir it gently for a couple of minutes until warmed, then add the pesto and mix well to create a green sauce.
Add in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and creamy. If needed, add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until reaching desired consistency.
Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well-coated. If desired, add cherry tomatoes or any other veggies.
Transfer to serving bowls or a platter, sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and garnish with fresh basil.
