Basil Pesto Farfalle W-Roasted Pine Nuts

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 0

Basil Pesto Farfalle with Roasted Pine Nuts

Basil Pesto Farfalle W-Roasted Pine Nuts

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

745

Sugar

Fat

53g

Basil Pesto Farfalle with Roasted Pine Nuts is a simple and delicious pasta dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a lazy weekend dinner. The pesto sauce is made from fresh basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, and olive oil, and is tossed with farfalle pasta and then topped with toasted pine nuts for an extra crunch. The combination of flavors in this dish is unbeatable, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you are a pasta lover or just looking for a new meatless meal, this recipe is a must-try!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2.	Spread the pine nuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
3.	Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions and drain.
4.	In a food processor, pulse the parmesan cheese, basil, garlic, and pine nuts until finely chopped.
5.	With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until everything is well combined and smooth.
6.	Toss the pesto sauce with the cooked farfalle pasta until well coated.
7.	Season with salt to taste.

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to make, and packed with flavor.

The combination of basil and pine nuts gives the pesto a fresh, nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with the farfalle pasta.

This dish is vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by omitting the parmesan cheese.

CONS

Pine nuts can be expensive, and might not be accessible depending on where you live.

This dish is fairly high in calories and fat due to the use of olive oil and parmesan cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Basil is a nutrient-dense herb that contains high levels of vitamin K, vitamin A, and antioxidants.
Pine nuts contain healthy fatty acids that have been shown to have heart-protective benefits.
Olive oil is rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, which have been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.

	1 lb farfalle pasta ( bow tie )
	4 cups parmesan cheese , shredded
	1 cup fresh basil , chopped
	2 tablespoons garlic , minced
	1/2 cup olive oil
	3 ounces pine nuts
	salt