Mike Williams
@mikew
Creamy Pesto Pasta
A delightful and easy-to-make creamy pesto pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of pesto with tender pasta and sautéed onions, topped with Parmesan cheese for a delicious meal.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time10 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 2 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup
- 2 1/2 tablespoons
- to taste
- to taste
- 2 tablespoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Pesto Pasta.
Step 1
Start by filling a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a lively boil.
Step 2
Once the water is bubbling, add your pasta and let it cook uncovered, giving it a gentle stir now and then.
Step 3
Aim for that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
When the pasta is just right, drain it and transfer it to a spacious mixing bowl, letting the steam escape as you prepare the next steps.
Step 5
In a frying pan, warm up some olive oil over medium-low heat.
Step 6
As the oil shimmers, toss in your chopped onion and sauté it until it becomes soft and fragrant, which should take around 3 minutes.
Step 7
Next, stir in the pesto along with a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper, allowing the mixture to heat through and fill your kitchen with a delightful aroma.
Step 8
Now, pour this vibrant pesto blend over your hot pasta and give it a good toss to ensure every strand is coated in that delicious sauce.
Step 9
To finish off this delightful dish, sprinkle a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese on top and mix it all together until the cheese melts slightly and clings to the pasta.
Step 10
Enjoy your flavorful creation, and don’t forget to savor each bite!.