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Ingredients
Scale
400 grams of pasta (spaghetti, fusilli, or your favorite)
2 cups of fresh basil leaves
2 cloves of garlic
1/3 cup of pine nuts
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil, then add the pasta and cook until al dente, reserving about a cup of starchy pasta water.
In a small pan over medium heat, toast the pine nuts until lightly golden, being careful not to burn them.
In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, toasted pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot (off the heat). Add the pesto and stir until the pasta is well coated. Adjust the texture with more reserved pasta water if necessary.
Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
Plate the pasta, garnishing with extra Parmesan, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if desired.
Notes
This pasta with pesto is a quick and delightful dinner option, featuring fresh basil, garlic, and creamy Parmesan cheese, perfect for any day of the week.
