One-Pot Wednesdays: Pasta With Pesto

Don't worry. I'm not at all suggesting Boston Terrier for One-Pot Wednesdays. My friend sent me this photo of her pup, Stella, and I thought it was too cute not to use!

Back to business: Today we're making easy Pasta With Basil Pesto for One-Pot Wednesday!

Photo by Cafe Kim

(serves 4)

6 garlic cloves, peeled

4 cups fresh basil

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Handful of walnuts (optional)

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Salt and pepper

1 pound pasta

For pesto, process garlic, basil, cheese, and walnuts in food processor. With processor running, gradually add oil until smooth.

Boil pasta. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Drain pasta, and return it to pot. Add pesto and toss to combine, adding cooking water if too dry. Season with salt and pepper.

Don't miss our other great One-Pot Wednesday meals:

• One-Pot Rosemary Balsamic Chicken Salad
• One-Pot Roasted Broccoli With Shrimp
• One-Pot Meatball Stew
• One-Pot Taco Salad
• One-Pot Lentil Soup
• One-Pot Healthy Joes
• One-Pot Sausage, Peppers, and Onions
• One-Pot Skillet Pasta
• One-Pot Indian Chicken
• One-Pot Egg Frittata
• One-Pot Pulled Pork
• One-Pot Roast Chicken
• One-Pot Spaghetti Sauce
• One-Pot Minestrone Soup
• One-Pot Cashew Chicken
• One-Pot Pot Roast
• One-Pot Chili
• One-Pot Bean Burritos
• One-Pot Meaty Spanish Rice