Pasta Pesto Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Cavatappi Pasta | Basil Pesto | Butter

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the cavatappi pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2
Prepare the Sauce
In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the basil pesto and stir to combine.
3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained cavatappi pasta to the pot with the pesto sauce, tossing to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
4
Serve
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and black pepper to taste.