Trofie al Pesto

Name: Trofie al Pesto
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 3 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams trofie pasta; 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup grated pecorino sardo cheese; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; to taste salt; as needed water

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Ligurian basil pesto tossed with perfectly al dente trofie pasta, a true taste of Italy.

Italian⏱ 20 min⚠ Contains 4 allergen(s)

✨ High in calories✨ High in fat✨ High in protein

Ingredients

Trofie pasta300 grams
Fresh basil leaves2 cups packed
Pine nuts1/4 cup
Garlic2 cloves
Pecorino sardo cheese1/4 cup grated
Parmesan cheese1/4 cup grated
Extra virgin olive oil1/2 cup
Saltto taste
Wateras needed

Nutrition (per serving, makes 3)

Calories819 kcal

Protein21 g

Carbs73.3 g

Fat50.2 g

Fiber4.3 g

Sugar0.5 g

Sodium660 mg

Vitamin C6.1 mg

Iron1.7 mg

Calcium241 mg

Potassium171 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the trofie pasta according to package directions until al dente.
2While pasta cooks, prepare the pesto by blending fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, pecorino sardo, parmesan, and extra virgin olive oil in a food processor or mortar and pestle until smooth; season with salt.
3Reserve about half a cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the trofie.
4Combine the drained pasta with the pesto in a large bowl, adding a tablespoon or two of reserved pasta water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
5Toss gently to coat all the pasta evenly and serve immediately.