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A bowl of delicious pesto pasta, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknights.

10-Minute Garlic Basil Pesto Pasta

This recipe is designed for busy weeknights, offering a delicious pasta dish ready in under 10 minutes. It's perfect for families seeking quick and flavorful meal solutions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 20 cloves garlic
  • 20 leaves basil
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound elbow pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 shallot chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Make pesto by combining garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until it looks like chunky pesto.
  2. Boil water with salt and add pasta. Cook for 1 minute less than package instructions and save 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. Drain the pasta and turn heat to medium-high. Add 3 tablespoons oil and the shallot. Mix for 1 minute.
  4. Add the garlic pesto and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add pasta and pasta water. Stir for a minute to combine, add Parmesan cheese, and serve.

Notes

This recipe proves that delicious and satisfying meals can be prepared quickly, even on the busiest weeknights. Enjoy the ease and flavor!

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