Pesto & Pasta Recipe
House-Made Pesto | Fettuccine | Grape Tomato Garnish | ADDITIONS | SAUSAGE 5 | CHICKEN 6 | SHRIMP 8
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Ingredients
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Pesto
Pasta
Additions
Method
Pesto Preparation
- 1
Make the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Pasta Cooking
- 2
Cook the Fettuccine
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Pesto
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained fettuccine with the prepared pesto. Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired creaminess.
Garnish and Serve
- 4
Add Garnish
Fold in the halved grape tomatoes and any chosen additions (sausage, chicken, or shrimp). Mix gently to combine.
- 5
Serve
Plate the pesto pasta and garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!