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.

Pasta Al Pesto Delle Tre Vette (three Peaks Pesto Pasta)

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

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Pulse until finely chopped.
  3. 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.
  4. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto sauce until evenly coated.
  5. 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