Basil Pesto Farfalle W/Roasted Pine Nuts
"This is a wonderful mixture of basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. I serve this a main course usually with a side of my favorite bread. A 5-star dinner that you can complete in 15 minutes!
This is my favorite pasta dish of all time. Be sure to try it hot and cold, both versions are fantastic!"
photo by Aric Ross
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
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6
ingredients
- 1 lb farfalle pasta (bow tie)
- 4 cups parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1⁄2 cup olive oil
- 3 ounces pine nuts
- salt
directions
- Boil Farfalle according to instructions. Al Dente works the best.
- Meanwhile: Add 2 cups Parmesan cheese, 2 packages fresh basil, garlic, salt, and 1/2-package pine nuts in food processor.
- Slowly pour the olive oil while blending all ingredients together.
- Set aside.
- Toast the remaining pine nuts in a splash of olive oil until golden brown.
- Set aside.
- Rinse pasta.
- Stir in the cheese/basil mixture.
- Blend in the remaining 2 cups Parmesan and the toasted pine nuts.
- Serve warm or cold.
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Reviews
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Perfect! This was delicious!!! Thanks for posting the recipe!
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I’ve been making this recipe for many years! Everyone loves it including my picky children. Absolutely delicious!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Aric Ross
Pittsburg, 0
<p>Being a vegetarian, I am continuously trying and making new dishes. One of the main difficulties of vegetarian food is trying to maintain good nutrition without getting bored. Thus, I find it exciting to explore new combinations and genres of foods.</p>
