Easy Fusilli with Tomato Pesto Sauce

Spiral pasta tossed with a super easy tomato sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil. A lovely, simple dish. This is so easy and really yummy!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 360 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons pesto
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
• 14 ounces fusilli (spiral) pasta
• 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves for garnish

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and return to pot.

Step 3

Season tomato sauce with salt and pepper; stir in pesto. Pour sauce over hot cooked pasta and mix well. Sprinkle with cheese, garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.