Hanna Recipe

Preparation Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Start by rinsing the fresh basil leaves under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.

2. 2

   Toast the Pine Nuts

   In a small skillet over medium heat, add the pine nuts. Toast them for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.

3. 3

   Make the Pesto

   In a food processor, add the basil leaves, garlic cloves, toasted pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until finely chopped. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while the processor is running until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

4. 4

   Season the Pesto

   Add salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to the pesto mixture. Pulse again to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

5. 5

   Cook the Pasta

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

6. 6

   Combine Pasta and Pesto

   In a large bowl, combine the drained pasta and the prepared pesto. Toss until the pasta is well coated. If the mixture is too thick, add some reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper if desired.