Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Rotini
This Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Rotini is a bold and intensely flavored pasta that is ready to eat in just 15 minutes. Spiral rotini noodles are tossed in a vibrant homemade sun-dried tomato pesto that clings to every groove for the ultimate quick pasta dinner.
Rotini pasta tossed in a bold homemade sun-dried tomato pesto with basil and parmesan in 15 minutes.
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Ingredients
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pesto
Instructions
Cook the Rotini
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil and cook rotini according to package directions until al dente, about 8 to 9 minutes. Reserve three quarters of a cup of pasta water before draining.
Make the Sun Dried Tomato Pesto
While pasta cooks, combine sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, fresh basil, garlic cloves, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse until a rough paste forms, about 15 to 20 pulses. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Loosen the Pesto
Transfer pesto to a large bowl and stir in reserved pasta water two tablespoons at a time until the pesto reaches a saucy consistency that will coat the pasta without being too thick or dry.
Toss and Serve
Add hot drained rotini to the bowl with the thinned pesto and toss vigorously until every piece of pasta is coated. Serve immediately topped with extra parmesan, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
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