Sweet Pea Pesto Bucatini Recipe
Make Sweet Pea Pesto Bucatini 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
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the sweet peas, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Add Olive Oil
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until fully incorporated and the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- 3
Cook the Bucatini
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Pesto
Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the bucatini. In a large bowl, toss the hot pasta with the sweet pea pesto, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
- 5
Serve
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
