heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream over medium heat in a separate saucepan until just warm. Add your pesto and whisk it into the cream. Pour this mixture over your pasta and toss to cover.""]"
This Pesto-Cream Sauce relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as pine nuts toasted, garlic chopped, grated parmesan cheese and olive oil. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 268 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026