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Vegetarian Shellfish-Free Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

Pesto

Creamy Pesto Pasta Bake

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Ingredients

  • fresh basil4 cup
  • garlic2 clove
  • pine nuts½ cup
  • grated parmesan cheese¾ cup
  • olive oil¾ cup
  • cold water¼ cup
  • heavy cream½ cup
  • salt1 teaspoon
  • pepper½ teaspoon
  • fusilli pasta12 ounce
  • cherry tomato1 cup
  • grated parmesan cheese1 cup
  • mozzarella ball8 ounce

Instructions

  1. 1

    To make the pesto, mix basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, cold water, heavy cream, salt, and pepper in a food processor for about 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add in olive oil.

  3. 3

    Process until combined, set aside.

  4. 4

    Cook fusilli to very al dente, or about 3-4 minutes before the package instructs for cook time, then drain pasta.

  5. 5

    Halve cherry tomatoes.

  6. 6

    In a skillet or casserole pan, mix fusilli, cherry tomatoes, and pesto.

  7. 7

    Top with grated parmesan and mozzarella balls.

  8. 8

    Bake at 400° Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until mozzarella has melted.

  9. 9

    Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh basil.

  10. 10

    Serve immediately.

  11. 11

    Enjoy!

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Nutrition (per serving · serves 4)

713calories
31gProtein
37gCarbs
51gFat
Fiber1g
Sugar3g

Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.