How To Make Pesto & Tomato Pasta with Crispy Crumbs
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of pasta
- 1 cup of fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup of pine nuts
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup of bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons of butter
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the bread crumbs and cook until golden brown and crispy.
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Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until they start to soften.
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Add the pesto sauce to the skillet and stir until the tomatoes are coated.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well combined and heated through.
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Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with the crispy bread crumbs.
Nutrition
- Calories : 480kcal
- Total Fat : 32g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 10mg
- Sodium : 350mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 39g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 9g
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