Cheesy Basil Pesto Pasta (Recipe)

We’ll guide you through the process of making cheesy basil pesto pasta. Watch as we cook al dente pasta to perfection and toss it with a generous amount of homemade pesto sauce, infusing every bite with fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. To take it to the next level, we'll sprinkle a generous amount of grated cheese and let it melt into a creamy, savory coating. Bonus points if you make your own basil pesto sauce and use it in this recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb package pasta (16 oz)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • ¼ cup chopped onion

  • 1 cup pesto sauce

  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil. 

  2. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer into a large bowl.

  3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add onion, cooking and stirring until softened for about 3 minutes. 

  4. Stir in pesto, salt, and pepper on medium-low heat until the pesto softens.

  5. Add hot pasta to the pesto mixture and coat evenly, then stir in grated cheese and toss well to coat.

  6. Garnish with basil leaves and add more grated cheese, if desired.

This dish is the epitome of satisfying, combining the vibrant flavors of pesto with the comforting creaminess of melted cheese. Get ready to treat yourself to a delightful bowl of cheesy pesto pasta that will leave you craving for more!

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