Pesto Pasta Recipe
This easy pesto pasta recipe is packed with flavor and comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Frying pan
- Wooden spoon
- Grater
Ingredients
- 1 16-ounce package pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 ½ tablespoons pesto
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in pesto, salt, and black pepper. Heat for about a minute.
- Pour the pesto mixture over the pasta and toss with grated Parmesan.
- Serve immediately with extra cheese if desired.
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Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat with a splash of olive oil to prevent drying out.