How to Make Pesto Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pesto pasta is a classic Italian dish that never fails to impress. With its vibrant green color and fresh, herbaceous flavor, it’s the perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just looking for a quick and easy meal, pesto pasta is a go-to recipe that you can rely on.

The star of this dish is, of course, the pesto sauce. Made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, pesto is a simple yet incredibly flavorful sauce that can elevate...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 ½ tablespoons pesto
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer into a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in pesto, salt, and pepper until warmed through.
  • Add pesto mixture to hot pasta; stir in grated cheese and toss well to coat.
  • Nutrition

    225 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 71mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 59mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 131mg