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Pesto Tortellini

    • Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions then drain and reserve ½ cup cooking water.
      20 ounces cheese tortellini
  • To make the pesto, add all the ingredients except for salt and pepper to a food processor and process until mostly smooth. You can add a splash of water if the pesto looks too thick.
    2 cups fresh basil leaves,2 small garlic cloves,½ cup Parmesan cheese,¼ cup toasted pine nuts,⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil,½ lemon
  • Season the pesto to taste.
    salt and pepper
  • Return the drained tortellini to the pan over a low heat and add the pesto. Mix well to coat the tortellini in the pesto and add a spash of reserved cooking water if needed.
  • Heat through then scatter over parmesan, pine nuts and basil leaves.
    ¼ cup Parmesan,toasted pine nuts,basil leaves
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Toasted Pine Nuts

Toasting the pine nuts will really amp up the flavor however un-toasted pine nuts also work well. If you are going to toast your pine nuts add them to a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until lightly browned. Watch them carefully as they are easy to burn if left unattended.

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