Whole Wheat Penne With Pesto And Ricotta Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Cook the whole wheat penne according to package instructions until al dente.
• STEP 2.While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto by blending together fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a food processor.
• STEP 3.Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot. Add the pesto and stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
• STEP 4.Serve the whole wheat penne with a dollop of ricotta cheese on top and garnish with some extra basil leaves.
• STEP 5.Enjoy this delicious and nutritious pasta dish!

Cooking Tips

• To make the pesto extra creamy, you can add a spoonful of ricotta cheese to the blender.
• If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can add a little bit of pasta cooking water to the pesto.
• Feel free to customize the pesto by adding other herbs like parsley or cilantro, or by using different nuts like walnuts or almonds.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, simply microwave the pasta until warmed through, or heat it in a pan with a splash of olive oil.
• Serve the leftovers as a cold pasta salad by adding some cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives.