Pesto Pasta Recipe

Pesto pasta is easy to make and full of flavor. It tastes good hot or cold!

Pesto Pasta Recipe

Pesto Pasta Recipe

Krysta
Pesto pasta is easy to make and full of flavor. It tastes good hot or cold!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Servings 8
Calories 225 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounce package pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 ½ tablespoons pesto
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer into a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in pesto, salt, and pepper until warmed through.
  • Add pesto mixture to hot pasta; stir in grated cheese and toss well to coat.

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