Pesto Pasta

Pesto Pasta

Have pesto sitting in the fridge? Put it to use in pesto pasta for a quick and easy dinner.

Calories
173
Carbohydrates
27g
Protein
15g
Potassium
647mg
Fiber
7g
Sugar
8g

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
  • 1 cup homemade pesto
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Direction

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water. In a large bowl, whisk pesto and 1/3 cup pasta water. Add spaghetti; toss to coat. Add more pasta water to reach desired consistency. Sprinkle with Parmesan and, if desired, pepper flakes.