Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh pesto and burrata cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and pesto, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.
- Add the burrata cheese, breaking it into pieces, and gently mix.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of pasta cooking water.
- This recipe can be served warm or chilled.
- Try adding cherry tomatoes or grilled chicken for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams