Nif’s Pasta Alle Pesto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 16

Nif's Pasta Alle Pesto Recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

22g

Pasta alla Pesto is a classic Italian pasta dish that originated in Genoa in the Liguria region of northern Italy. It has since become a popular dish throughout Italy and across the globe. The basic ingredients of the sauce are basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan cheese and olive oil. There are variations of the recipe, but the fundamentals remain the same. This recipe by Nif uses these five basic ingredients to create a sauce that perfectly coats the pasta and is full of flavor. The dish is made in just a few steps, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or a quick and tasty meal on a lazy weekend.

Instructions

1.	Cook pasta according to packet directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2.	In a food processor, add garlic, basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and parmesan cheese. Pulse until a course paste is formed.
3.	Add pasta water to the pesto paste and pulse again.
4.	In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with pesto sauce until fully coated. Serve hot.

PROS

Nif’s Pasta Alle Pesto is a flavorful and easy to prepare recipe that can be enjoyed by everyone.
The sauce is light, fresh and full of flavor.
It can be a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party dish.
The recipe includes ingredients that are easily accessible, making it easy to prepare.

CONS

This recipe uses pine nuts, which can be expensive and difficult to find.
Also, if you’re allergic to pine nuts, you can substitute them with roasted almonds, cashews or macadamia nuts.
As with all pasta dishes, it can be high in calories, so you should consume it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed full of healthy vegetables and ingredients. The garlic helps to boost the immune system and improve heart health. Basil is a great source of vitamin K, which is essential for healthy bones. Olive oil is high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and parmesan cheese is a great source of protein and calcium.

	1 lb fusilli ( or any other shaped pasta that can hold the sauce )
	2 teaspoons garlic , minced
	1 cup fresh basil
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1/4 cup pine nuts
	1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese , grated
	1/2 cup pasta water