Description
8 oz pasta (your choice of shape)
1/2 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
1 ball burrata cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon pine nuts (optional, for garnish)
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions:
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with pesto, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce coats the pasta smoothly.
Drizzle olive oil over the pasta and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss to combine.
Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and gently arrange it over the pasta.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal per serving
Servings: 2
