Ziti with Spicy Pesto Pantesco and Locatelli Recipe

Name: Ziti with Spicy Pesto Pantesco and Locatelli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mint leaves picked over; 1/2 cup basil picked over; 1 cup parsley leaves picked over; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons capers rinsed, drained; 4 medium italian plum (roma) tomatoes roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes crushed; 1/2 cup olive oil, extra-virgin; 1 x sea salt; 1 pound pasta, ziti; 1 cup pecorino cheese freshly grated

Servings: persons

1/2 cup mint leaves picked over
1/2 cup basil picked over
1 cup parsley leaves picked over
2 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons capers rinsed, drained
4 medium italian plum (roma) tomatoes roughly chopped
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes crushed
1/2 cup olive oil, extra-virgin
1 x sea salt
1 pound pasta, ziti
1 cup pecorino cheese freshly grated

1
Bring 6 quarts water to boil and add 2 tablespoons salt.
2
In a blender, place mint, basil, parsley, garlic, capers, tomatoes, black pepper, red pepper and half the olive oil.
3
Process in short bursts until roughly chopped.
4
Turn blender on full and drizzle in remaining oil and process until smooth, about 1 minute.
5
Remove pesto and place in a large serving bowl.
6
Cook pasta according to package instructions until just al dente and drain well.
7
Toss drained pasta in the serving bowl and toss like a salad to coat.
8
Sprinkle with grated Locatelli and serve.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup mint leaves picked over, 1/2 cup basil picked over, 1 cup parsley leaves picked over, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Ziti with Spicy Pesto Pantesco and Locatelli 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!

Ziti with Spicy Pesto Pantesco and Locatelli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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