Cooking ideas: Pasta with pesto – cook it by yourself!

11.01.2024 20:50
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21

Pasta is a pretty universal dish that is loved by most people – it just has to be cooked right!

Experimenting with various ingredients can help you find the perfect taste for you and be more creative when cooking.

You can cook delicious pasta with pesto sauce at home – and that's how you can do it!

Gather your ingredients

You'll need pasta, a jar of ready-made pesto sauce, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and water.

Boil the pasta

Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil and then add the pasta. 

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Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package, usually around 8-12 minutes, or until it is al dente.

Drain the pasta

Once the pasta is cooked, carefully pour it into a colander or strainer to remove the water. 

Make sure to shake off any excess water.

Add the pesto sauce

Return the cooked pasta to the pot and add the desired amount of pesto sauce. 

Start with a few tablespoons and adjust according to your taste preference. 

Stir the pasta and pesto sauce together until the pasta is evenly coated.

Serve and garnish

Transfer the pasta to serving plates or bowls. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor. 

You can also add a few fresh basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if you like.

Enjoy your pasta

Your simple pasta with pesto sauce is now ready to be enjoyed! Eat it while it's still warm and savor the flavors.

Previously, we talked about rice benefits.

Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource

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  1. Gather your ingredients
  2. Boil the pasta
  3. Drain the pasta
  4. Add the pesto sauce
  5. Serve and garnish
  6. Enjoy your pasta