BASIL PESTO PASTA

Assalammualaikum w.b.t. , today I would like to share with you one of my favorite pasta that is pesto pasta . For me , the sauce must be rich in flavor and bright color , yet it stars seemingly few ingredients, allowing the fresh basil to take on the starring role ..

Its garlicky without being overwhelming, and it leaves the door wide open for customization when it comes to nuts. Pine nut is the best but from pistachios and walnuts to almonds and even as one reader noted below, macadamia nuts. Other option will be the ground nuts

The Basil Pesto Paste

PREP: 25 MINUTES COOK: 5 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS

2 ½ Cups fresh basil leaves, washed and dried thoroughly

2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

3 Cloves garlic, roughly chopped

2 Tablespoons pine nuts, toasted and cooled

½ Teaspoon kosher salt / sea salt

½ Teaspoon black pepper

1 Tablespoon olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, Parmesan cheese , garlic , toasted pine nuts, kosher salt and pepper. Pulse the ingredients together until well blended. While the food processor or blender is running , drizzle in the olive oil and continue blending , scraping down the sides as needed, until the pesto is puréed. Taste and season it with salt and pepper then serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve .