Pesto Cream Sauce
Pesto cream sauce is a luscious blend of fresh basil, garlic, and creamy goodness that transforms any pasta dish into a gourmet experience. With its vibrant green color and rich flavors, this easy-to-make sauce is perfect for cozy dinners or elegant gatherings. In just a few simple steps, you can impress your guests with a delightful meal that bursts with summer flavors year-round.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine basil leaves, garlic cloves, and toasted pine nuts. Blend until finely chopped.
- Gradually drizzle in olive oil while blending until smooth.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream; blend until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a saucepan over low heat, warm the pesto cream sauce gently without boiling.
- Cook your favorite pasta according to package instructions, drain, and toss with the sauce until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg