Pasta Al Pesto Delle Tre Vette (three Peaks Pesto Pasta)
Pasta al Pesto delle Tre Vette, or Three Peaks Pesto Pasta, is a traditional dish from San Marino that features a flavorful pesto sauce made with fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. This dish is a delicious representation of Sammarinese cuisine and is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 400g pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture is well combined and forms a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve the Pasta al Pesto delle Tre Vette with an extra sprinkle of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 400 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Pot Food processor Colander
Tools
Cooking spoon Knife Measuring cups
Serving suggestions
Serve the Pasta al Pesto delle Tre Vette with a side of garlic bread and a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier pesto sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or a spoonful of ricotta cheese to the sauce before tossing with the pasta.
Cost
$10