This creamy pesto pasta combines the rich flavors of pesto and alfredo with garlic and lemon. It's a quick yet impressive meal perfect for any pasta lover.
1: Mince the garlic and julienne the basil.
2: In a large pan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
3: Once the butter is melted, add the garlic and pepper.
4: Cook until fragrant and the garlic is lightly browned.
5: Add cream and pesto, and stir until combined.
6: Turn heat down to low and simmer until the sauce has thickened (about 10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
7: While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to the package instructions, saving at least 1/2 cup of pasta water.
8: Add the cooked pasta, basil, parmesan, and lemon juice to the sauce.
9: Stir until well combined. If the sauce is too thick, add pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
10: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
11: Serve with extra basil and parmesan on top.
