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6 Recipes Using Pesto

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ADD A FRESH PESTO TWIST THAT'S AUTHENTICALLY ITALIAN

Pesto is one of the most versatile of sauces. Stir it into soups, dips and pasta, spread on sandwiches and pizza or season baked fish, chicken and veggies for a flavorful twist. Check out these recipes using pesto and be inspired!

BARILLA® FETTUCCINE WITH PESTO, ARUGULA, BUTTERNUT SQUASH & ASIAGO CHEESE

Al dente fettuccine, fresh arugula, and tender butternut squash are coated in our basil pesto for a delicious and fresh-tasting pasta dish.

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BARILLA® DITALINI CHICKEN & SPINACH SOUP WITH PESTO

Make your favorite homemade chicken soup even more special by adding traditional basil pesto. Add some spinach for a healthy bonus!

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BARILLA® BLUE BOX THREE CHEESE TORTELLINI CAPRESE SKEWERS WITH PESTO

Create these delicious and colorful skewers with three cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella for a fun twist on a Caprese pasta salad. Drizzle with basil pesto to add a fresh-from-the-garden flavor.

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BARILLA® TRADITIONAL BASIL PESTO & 3 CHEESE DIP

Serve this dip as a tasty appetizer for your next backyard gathering. Basil pesto is combined with a delicious cheese trio: ricotta, provolone, and cream cheese. Enjoy it warm with breadsticks or chips!

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PESTO, HEIRLOOM TOMATO & MOZZARELLLA CHEESE PIZZA

Make pizza night more exciting! Add our basil pesto to give a burst of flavor to your traditional tomato & mozzarella cheese pizza.

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BARILLA® PESTO GRILLED CHEESE

Add a fresh twist to a family favorite by spreading basil pesto on your grilled cheese. The delicious combination of melted cheeses and basil pesto will deliver a burst of flavor in every bite!

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