Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMatteo Ristorante ItalianoFusilli Al Pesto Recipe

Fusilli Al Pesto Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

pesto, parmigiano reggiano, toasted pine nuts, confit tomatoes

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

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

  2. 2

    Prepare the Pesto Sauce

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked fusilli pasta with the pesto sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated. If the mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta cooking water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.

  3. 3

    Add Toppings

    Stir in the grated Parmigiano Reggiano, toasted pine nuts, and confit tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Divide the pasta among serving plates. Garnish with additional Parmigiano Reggiano and pine nuts, if desired. Serve immediately.

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