Linguine al Pesto (Linguine with Pesto Sauce and Po

Name: Linguine al Pesto (Linguine with Pesto Sauce and Potato)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh or dried linguine; 1 boiling potato, peeled and cubed; 1 cup pesto (see below); 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving; Freshly ground black pepper, for serving; 2 cloves garlic; 3/4 cups pine nuts; Salt; Leaves fromo 1 bunch basil, about 1/4 pound, well washed and dried; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup grated hard pecorino cheese

Servings: persons

1 pound fresh or dried linguine
1 boiling potato, peeled and cubed
1 cup pesto (see below)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Freshly ground black pepper, for serving
2 cloves garlic
3/4 cups pine nuts
Salt
Leaves fromo 1 bunch basil, about 1/4 pound, well washed and dried
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated hard pecorino cheese

1
When cooking the pasta, add a potato to the salted water.
2
This trick returns to the pasta the starch it tends to lose in draining, thus preventing the linguine from clumping.
3
Drain the pasta cubes along with the pasta, reserving a little of the cooking water.
4
Transfer the pasta and potato to a large bowl and dress them with the pesto and butter.
5
If the pasta looks too dry, add a little of the reserved cooking water.
6
Serve in individual dishes, topping each with grated Parmesan cheese and pepper.
7
If using a food processor, put the garlic, pine nuts, a pinch of salt, the basil, and the oil into the bowl and process it until the ingredients form a smooth paste.
8
Add the Parmesan and the pecorino and pulse just to combine.
9
Taste and adjust the salt.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh or dried linguine, 1 boiling potato, peeled and cubed, 1 cup pesto (see below), 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Linguine al Pesto (Linguine with Pesto Sauce and Potato) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Linguine al Pesto (Linguine with Pesto Sauce and Potato)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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