Spaghetti & Basil Sauce Recipe
Make Spaghetti & Basil Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Basil Sauce
While the spaghetti is cooking, prepare the basil sauce. In a blender or food processor, add the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, and pine nuts. Pulse until finely chopped.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth paste. Stop to scrape down the sides if necessary. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Mix the Sauce and Spaghetti
Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti. Toss the hot spaghetti with the basil sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of extra black pepper, if desired.
