Red Pepper Pesto Pasta

This sauce for the penne pasta in this recipe is made with fresh basil, roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 678 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound penne pasta
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 bunches fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup roasted red pepper

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot with lightly-salted water to a boil. Stir the penne into the water and return to a boil. Cook until the pasta is mostly tender but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain. Transfer the drained pasta to a large bowl.

Step 2

Place the basil, red pepper, and Parmesan cheese in the bowl of a food processor; stream the olive oil into the mixture as it blends until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle the sauce over the cooked pasta and toss to coat.