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Comforting Cozy Winter Celery and Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

Irresistibly Cozy: Comforting Winter Celery and Basil Pesto Pasta Recipe

This Comforting Cozy Winter Celery and Basil Pesto Pasta is a delightful vegetarian dish celebrating winter flavors and warmth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto
  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves Make sure they're fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2 stalks Celery Choose firm ones without blemishes.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Toasted for depth.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Spaghetti or penne recommended.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Skillet
  • large pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Rinse fresh basil leaves and celery stalks under cool water, then pat them dry.
  2. Toast Nuts: In a skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Blend Pesto: Combine basil, toasted pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan in a food processor, pulsing until finely chopped.
  4. Combine with Oil: Gradually pour in olive oil while processing, blending until smooth.
  5. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  6. Toss Everything: Combine hot pasta with pesto, adding reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with extra toasted pine nuts and Parmesan for a finishing touch.

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