Pappardelle tossed in buttery pesto sauce with fresh basil and Parmesan

Pappardelle tossed in buttery pesto sauce with fresh basil and Parmesan

ioanacooks.com

Quick pasta with pesto butter sauce perfect for weeknights. Bright basil flavor and silky texture coat thick noodles beautifully.

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Tongs
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Paper towel
  • Stove

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh basil
  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 12 ounces fresh pasta (such as pappardelle or preferred variety)
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • 3 teaspoons salt, divided
  • Ice water for blanching

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