Creamy Pesto Pasta
Serves 410 mins prep10 mins cook
An easy, homemade, and delicious creamy pesto pasta recipe, perfect for a busy holiday week. This meal comes together in just 20 minutes.
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What you need
cup pasta water

tsp pepper

oz spaghetti

tsp red pepper flake

cup plain flour

clove garlic clove

cup butter

cup milk

tsp table salt

oz pesto

chicken pieces
Instructions
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. If using chicken, season it with salt, pepper, and garlic, then cook through in a pan and remove. In the same pan, add the butter and minced garlic, scraping any bits off the bottom. Mix in the flour to create a roux. Gradually stir in the milk and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Lower the heat and add the pesto. Combine the sauce with the cooked pasta, adding pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency. Serve with Parmesan.View original recipe
