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Basil Pesto Pasta

Cultural Context

Originating from the Liguria region of Italy, basil pesto is a vibrant green sauce traditionally made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. It embodies the Italian philosophy of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create bold flavors. Pesto has become a beloved staple in Italian cuisine and has inspired countless variations worldwide, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

ItalianITmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 oz pasta

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pine nuts

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are more affordable and provide a similar texture.

Parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: Nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: Grana Padano

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while Grana Padano is a less expensive cheese.

1

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

2

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

3

While pasta cooks, combine basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan in a food processor.

4

Blend until finely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.

5

With the processor running, slowly add olive oil until the mixture is smooth.

6

Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water.

8

Return the pasta to the pot and add the pesto.

9

Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.

10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingblending

Equipment Needed

large potfood processormeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonscolander

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Pasta al PestoPesto Pasta
Local Name: Pasta al Pesto di Basilico

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