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A close-up of a bowl of cavatappi pasta tossed in vibrant green pesto, topped with grated parmesan and fresh parsley. Perfect for quick pasta recipes.

10-Minute Pasta with Garlic Pesto

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe uses fresh ingredients to create a flavorful pesto that comes together in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 20 cloves garlic
  • 20 basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound elbow pasta
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 shallot chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Make pesto by combining garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a food processor. Blend until it looks like chunky pesto.
  2. Boil water with salt and add pasta. Cook for 1 minute less than package instructions and save 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. Drain the pasta and turn heat to medium-high. Add 3 tablespoons oil and the shallot. Mix for 1 minute.
  4. Add the garlic pesto and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add pasta and pasta water. Stir for a minute to combine, add Parmesan cheese, and serve.

Notes

This recipe is a quick and flavorful option for any night of the week. Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic or basil to your preference.

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