Spaghetti Pesto

Spaghetti pesto is a fabulous recipe because it's so quick, easy, versatile, and tasty. Every cook - whether beginner or professional - should have this as a 'go to' in their repertoire.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings people

Calories 209 kcal

Equipment

Large saucepan/ pot

Ingredients

1 pound spaghetti (approx 500 grams)
2 cups fresh basil
2 cloves garlic
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
3 oz extra virgin olive oil (about 80 ml)
pinch salt
parmesan cheese, shaved (for serving)

Instructions

Cook the pasta in a large pan of rapidly boiling water until al dente (approximately 10 minutes), then drain.
Put the basil, salt, garlic, pine nuts and parmesan in a food processor and process for 2 minutes, until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
With the motor running, gradually add the olive oil until it is well combined.
Add the pesto to the spaghetti and stir through.
Serve immediately while hot, using shaved parmesan cheese to garnish.

Notes

Difficulty: Easy.

Nutrition

Calories: 209kcal

Keyword pesto, spaghetti