Halal Pesto Pasta
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Halal Pesto Pasta
40 minutes total
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that's halal-friendly, then this halal pesto pasta recipe is perfect for you! Made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and parmesan cheese, this pesto sauce is a classic Italian favorite that's been adapted to meet halal dietary requirements. Served over al dente pasta, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and filling meal. So, let's get started and learn how to make this delicious halal pesto pasta recipe!
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 320 g | Barilla® Spaghetti No.5 |
| 200ml | Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
| 60g | Halal Parmigiano, gratedx |
| 40g | Halal hard sheep cheese, grated |
| 30g | Basil, washed and dried |
| 15g | Pine nuts |
| 1 clove | Garlic |
| To taste | Salt, pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Here are the 3 easy steps to prepare a Halal pasta with pesto genovese:
Step 2
To prepare the Pesto Genovese, blend the pine nuts and garlic in a blender. Add the basil leaves, salt to taste, two ice cubes to preserve the green colour, and the extra-virgin olive oil without turning off the blender. Add the grated Parmigiano and the grated Hard Sheep cheeses and adjust the density by adding more olive oil if necessary.
- pine nuts
- garlic
- basil leaves
- salt
- ice cubes
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
- grated Parmigiano cheese
- grated Pecorino cheese
Step 3
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the Spaghetti according to the instructions on the pack. Drain 'al dente'.
- pasta
- salt
Step 4
Combine the Pesto with the Spaghetti and some reserved pasta water. Toss together to emulsify the sauce and serve.
- pesto alla Genovese
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Tip
This Halal Pesto Pasta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavourful combination of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and cheese, this pesto is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your guests, this recipe is a great choice. So why not give it a try and enjoy the delicious flavours of this classic Italian dish with a Halal twist?