Penne Al Pesto Piccante Recipe
Penne pasta tossed with lightly spicy Pesto Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Pesto
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Pulse until finely chopped.
- 3
Blend the Pesto
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Pesto
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta with the pesto sauce. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
