Creamy Pesto Pasta

Creamy Pesto Pasta
Creamy Pesto Pasta might be just the main course you are searching for. One serving contains 519 calories, 24g of protein, and 23g of fat. This recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up onion, wine, basil leaves, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Cook pasta in about 3 quarts boiling water until just barely tender to bite, 7 to 9 minutes.
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Drain.
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Meanwhile, in a 10- to 12-inch nonstick frying pan, combine onion, garlic, and butter. Stir often over medium-high heat until onion is limp, about 5 minutes.
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Add neufchtel cheese and stir until melted, about 3 minutes. Stir broth and wine into pan and mix until blended.
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Add basil and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
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Add pasta to sauce and stir until pasta is coated with sauce. If sauce gets too thick, stir in a little water to thin. Spoon onto plates.
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Add parmesan, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score15
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