How do I make pesto pasta from scratch?

Take your pasta dish to the next level with our homemade pesto recipe! Fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese unite in a delicious green sauce.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make pesto pasta from scratch. Items include: fresh basil leaves garlic cloves pine nuts Parmesan cheese extra virgin olive oil salt black pepper pasta

fresh basil leaves 2 cups
garlic cloves 2 cloves
pine nuts 1/4 cup
Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup, grated
extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
pasta 8 oz

Take note
Be careful with sharp knives and hot stove. Also, remember to check for any allergies or dietary restrictions before using the ingredients.

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all the necessary ingredients for your pesto pasta. You will need fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and your choice of pasta.

2

Make the Pesto Sauce

In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. Pulse until roughly chopped. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while pulsing until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3

Cook the Pasta

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta, but make sure to reserve a small amount of the pasta water.

4

Combine Pasta and Pesto

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the freshly made pesto sauce. If the mixture seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up. Gently mix until the pasta is evenly coated in the flavorful pesto sauce.

5

Serve and Enjoy

Transfer the pesto pasta to serving plates or bowls. You can garnish with some extra Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, or fresh basil leaves if desired. Now it's time to dig in and savor the delectable flavors of your homemade pesto pasta!