Fettuccine with Pesto Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and delicious Fettuccine with Pesto Sauce recipe! Silky ribbons of fettuccine are perfectly coated in a rich, homemade pesto sauce made with fragrant fresh basil, creamy Parmesan cheese, nutty pine nuts, and a touch of garlic. Balanced with the smoothness of extra virgin olive oil and a hint of optional lemon juice for brightness, this dish is both simple and indulgent. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make Italian classic is perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve it with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and a garnish of basil for a picture-perfect finish that’s sure to delight. This quick and flavorful meal is your go-to recipe for vibrant, herb-forward pasta that brings a taste of Italy to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup Pine nuts
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- as needed Water for boiling pasta
- 1 tablespoon Optional: Lemon juice
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (usually 10-12 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto sauce. In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Pulse the mixture a few times to begin breaking it down. With the processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil and blend until the sauce is smooth. If the mixture is too thick, you can add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin it out.
Taste the pesto and season with salt, black pepper, and optional lemon juice if desired.
Once the pasta is drained, return it to the pot or place it in a large mixing bowl. Add the pesto sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated. If needed, use the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce and ensure it coats the noodles evenly.
Serve the fettuccine immediately, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese or fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.6 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 3043 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.1 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 72.6 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 518 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 398 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
