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Pesto Pasta Recipe

A simple and delicious pesto pasta recipe that's 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: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Pesto Sauce

  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste

Pasta

  • 400 grams Pasta any type

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. 2. In a blender, combine basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. 3. Drain pasta and return to pot. Stir in pesto sauce until pasta is well coated.
  4. 4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pasta, Pesto
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