Quick and creamy pesto pasta is a delightful recipe that takes just 10 minutes and requires only 5 ingredients. This dish is a favorite among both kids and adults, making it perfect as a main course or a side dish!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ to 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ to ¾ cup pesto (to taste)
- ¾ pound pasta
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Make White Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until combined and cook for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk, stirring over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens.
- Add Pesto: Stir the pesto into the white sauce and remove from heat.
- Combine: Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Toss the pasta with the pesto sauce and serve.
Notes
Variations:
- Add cooked, chopped chicken, shrimp, sausage, or smoked salmon.
- Incorporate chopped fresh spinach along with the sauce.
- Mix in chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- Top with fresh chopped tomatoes for added freshness.
