Linguine Pesto

6 ingredients
3 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb linguine pasta
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions

  1. 1
    Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, blend or process the garlic, nuts and cheese until finely chopped. Add the basil and process until chopped. With the motor still running, add the oil in a thin stream until combined. Transfer the pesto to a bowl and season to taste.
  3. 3
    Add enough of the pesto and reserved cooking water to coat the pasta lightly; toss to combine.

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