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Fettuccine with Pesto serve in a bowl
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Fettuccine with Pesto

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Fettuccine with pesto, basil, and shaved cheese. A simple, plant-forward pasta with rich flavor and quick preparation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 545
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese or similar hard cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
  3. Drain and reserve a small amount of pasta water.
  4. Heat olive oil in a pan over low heat.
  5. Add pesto and warm gently.
  6. Add cooked fettuccine to the pan.
  7. Toss to coat evenly.
  8. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.
  9. Season with salt and black pepper.
  10. Serve topped with shaved cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Calories: 545kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 14gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 519mgPotassium: 183mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 954IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 177mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Do not overheat pesto to preserve flavor
• Use freshly shaved cheese for better texture
• Add cherry tomatoes for extra freshness if desired

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