Creamy Pesto Sauce Pasta Best Easy One Pot Recipe

Creamy Pesto Sauce Pasta Best Easy One Pot Recipe

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 30 min Total Time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Italian Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A comforting one-pot creamy pesto sauce pasta that’s flavorful and easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 300g dry penne pasta
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 6 tablespoons pesto sauce
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
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Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace and gather all ingredients.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté diced red onion and bell pepper for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add flour to vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring well.
  4. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer; add penne pasta.
  5. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring frequently until al dente.
  6. Reduce heat and mix in heavy cream until warmed through.
  7. Stir in pesto sauce until fully incorporated.
  8. Add seasonings and Parmesan, mixing until melted.
  9. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
  10. Serve in bowls, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.