Pasta with homemade pesto sauce

Name: Pasta with homemade pesto sauce
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Spaghetti - 450 g; Basil - 160 g; Pine nuts - 20 g; Garlic - 15 g; Olive oil - 100 g; Parmesan - 70 g

Cookinero 4 Jul 2025

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Pesto sauce was not invented to add variety to the taste of food, but for quite practical purposes. It turns out that basil has always grown in abundance on the Ligurian coast. It needed to be stored somehow for a long time. That's how jars of green sauce appeared in Italian homes.

How to cook Pasta with homemade pesto sauce

Step 1

Make pesto sauce. To get the spaghetti with pesto right, make the sauce yourself. Place all the necessary ingredients in a blender or chopper bowl: basil, grated parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil. Blend until puree.

Step 2

Prepare the pesto pasta. According to the recipe on the pasta package, cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water. Drain the water. Place the pasta in a deep plate. Put the required amount of sauce on top, mix the pesto pasta thoroughly.

Pasta with homemade pesto sauce - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I substitute pine nuts in the pesto sauce?

Yes! Walnuts, almonds, or even sunflower seeds make great alternatives to pine nuts in pesto. Choose raw, unsalted varieties for the best flavor.

How long does homemade pesto last in the fridge?

Store pesto in an airtight container with a thin layer of olive oil on top. It stays fresh for 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze it in ice cube trays.

Is this recipe vegetarian-friendly?

Yes, but ensure your parmesan is vegetarian (some contain animal rennet). For a vegan version, use nutritional yeast instead of cheese.

What’s the best way to prevent the pesto from turning brown?

Blanch the basil leaves briefly (10 sec) in boiling water before blending, or press plastic wrap directly onto the pesto’s surface to limit oxidation.

Can I use dried basil instead of fresh for pesto?

Fresh basil is essential for authentic flavor, but in a pinch, use 1 tsp dried basil per 1 cup fresh—though the texture and taste will differ.

How can I make this dish lower in carbs?

Swap regular pasta for spiralized zucchini (zoodles), spaghetti squash, or chickpea pasta. Adjust sauce quantity as needed.

What protein can I add to this pesto pasta?

Grilled chicken, shrimp, or white beans pair well. Add cooked protein directly to the pasta when mixing with pesto.

Can I freeze pesto pasta for later?

Freeze pesto sauce separately (without pasta) for best results. Cooked pasta can become mushy when thawed; it’s better freshly prepared.

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