Pesto Cream Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Pesto Cream Sauce, a luscious combination of creamy textures and vibrant pesto taste. This sauce is perfect for coating your favorite pasta, creating a simple yet decadent meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cream Sauce:
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup water*
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Pesto Cream:
- ½ cup pesto sauce (more as desired)
- ½ cup shredded parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste (adjust based on the saltiness of your pesto)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, combine heavy cream and water. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in butter and pesto, mixing until butter is melted. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes. Add parmesan and cook an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve: Toss the sauce with your preferred pasta directly in the skillet. Enjoy the creamy, flavorful dish!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Pesto Cream Sauce, Pasta Sauce, Creamy Pesto, Italian Recipe
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