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Pesto Pasta Recipe

A simple and delicious pesto pasta recipe perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 400 g Pasta
  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a blender, combine basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
  3. 3. Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. 4. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
  5. 5. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pasta, Pesto
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