Pesto & Tomato Pasta Recipe
radiatori pasta, basil pesto, sundried tomatoes, pecorino, breadcrumbs
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Pesto Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Add the radiatori pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
Step 3
Once cooked, drain the pasta and reserve a cup of the pasta water.
Preparing the Sauce
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the basil pesto. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
Step 5
Add the sundried tomatoes and mix well. If the mixture seems too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Serving the Dish
Step 6
Transfer the pesto and tomato pasta to a serving dish.
Step 7
Sprinkle the grated pecorino cheese and breadcrumbs on top for added flavor and crunch.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnished with extra pesto or fresh basil if desired.