Name: Barilla Linguine Pasta with Basil Pesto
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 3/4 box Barilla Linguine pasta; 1/4 cup raw pine nuts; 5-6 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp salt; 2 cups fresh basil leaves, rinsed and dried; 2 cloves garlic; 3/4 cup parmesan, grated

Barilla Linguine Pasta with Basil Pesto

15 minutes

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Pesto originates from Genoa, Italy, where the mineral-rich seaside soil and climate are the perfect growing conditions for basil. This recipe by Ify Yani of @ify.yani pairs fresh basil pesto with al dente Barilla Linguine pasta for classic Italian flavours. Best served with Ruffino Orvieto Classico Taste profile: Yellow berries, fresh pastry, citrus with spice and golden raisin notes.

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Ingredients

3 servings

3/4 boxBarilla Linguine pasta

1/4 cupraw pine nuts

5-6 tbspExtra virgin olive oil

2 tspsalt

2 cupsfresh basil leaves, rinsed and dried

2 clovesgarlic

3/4 cupparmesan, grated

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

In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Cook Barilla Linguine pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup water; drain the rest and set pasta aside in a bowl to cool.

Step 3

Using a food processor: place in fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic cloves and parmesan. Cover and chop for a few seconds and scrape the pesto off the sides of the food processor.

Step 4

Slowly add the olive oil after each round through the food processor until fully incorporated into the pesto.

Step 5

Transfer pesto to the Barilla Linguine pasta and toss to coat, tasting along the way. Add some salt and pepper if needed, and use a splash of reserved pasta water for the desired consistency.

Step 6

Top with more grated parmesan, pair with Ruffino Orvieto wine, serve and enjoy!

Linguine

Linguine is made from long, flat strands of pasta and is a close relative of Fettuccine, while being thinner and narrower. Linguine means “little tongues” in Italian and originated in the Liguria region of Italy. It pairs perfectly with seafood and light sauces.

Shape

Long

Cook time

10 minutes

Pack size

410 g (5 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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