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Cashew Pesto Pasta

February 26, 2023 by Babsi Leave a Comment

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A quick and easy pesto that tastes just like summer!

This one is a quick and easy recipe that will stop you from ever buying store bought pesto again. Trust me.

I know, the real pesto is made with pine nuts. However, pine nuts can be expensive and difficult to find. Cashews are a wonderful alternative, and they won’t make it any less delicious!

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You can use this pesto for pasta, of course, but it will be equally delicious spread on a sandwich, or to spruce up your veg, or even to posh up a boring soup. Endless possibilities to pesto up your life!

I love to make my life easier and use a mini blender, but if you are really committed to the cause, use a pestle and mortar.

I have used rigatoni here, but feel free to use any kind of pasta that makes your heart beat a little faster (click here if you need a refresh on how to cook your pasta properly).

Cashew Pesto Pasta

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A beautiful and healthy pasta dish, that tastes just like summer!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g Rigatoni
  • A whole bunch Basil
  • 100 ml Olive oil
  • 100 g Parmigiano
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 50 g Cashew nuts
  • 2 cloves Garlic

Instructions
 

  • Put all the ingredients (except the pasta) in a blender and blitz away. If you prefer a runnier consistency, add more olive oil.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rigatoni in a large pot of boiling salted water.
  • Once your pasta is ready, drain it and put it back into the pot. Stir in your beautiful pesto, and add a bit of pasta water to loosen it up.
  • Serve with some fresh basil, and enjoy!
Keyword basil, cashew, pasta, pesto

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