Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Bright basil pesto meets sweet blistered cherry tomatoes for a lively, textured pasta that feels both fresh and comforting. The sauce is emulsified with olive oil and a touch of butter so it clings to every strand.
12 oz pasta
2 cup basil, packed leaves
¼ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
2 clove garlic, peeled
½ cup parmesan, freshly grated
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp unsalted butter
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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