Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta (any type or shape)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil, pesto, cream, and ½ cup of the reserved pasta water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.
- Add the cooked pasta and fresh lemon juice to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined, and enjoy!
Notes
Serve immediately for best flavor. Can be garnished with extra pesto or parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg