Pasta With Pesto Cream *
By Ksteve10
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Ingredients
- 3/4 c Fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 c grated parm cheese
- 3 TBSP pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 c Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 c heavy cream
- 2 TBSP butter
- 1/4 grated Parm (additional)
- 12 oz, weight Pasta (cavilappi, Fusili)
Details
Servings 8
Preparation time 6mins
Cooking time 16mins
Preparation
Step 1
1. Cook pasta until al dente.
2. Add basil leaves, 1/2 cup Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic cloves and salt and pepper to a food processor or blender. Turn machine on, then drizzle in olive oil while it mixes. Continue blending until combined, adding additional olive oil if needed. Set aside.
3. Heat cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add pesto and stir.
4. Drain pasta and place in a serving bowl. Pour pesto cream over the top. Toss to combine. Add diced tomatoes and toss quickly. Serve immediately.
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