Description
Elevate your pasta with spicy pesto cascatelli Discover bold flavors in this easy recipe Perfect for a unique twist on classic dishes
1 cup of raw cashews
2 cups of fresh basil
2 cloves of garlic
1/3 cup of olive oil
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
1–2 tsp of red pepper flakes (to taste)
12 oz of pasta (Cascatelli)
2 tbsp of lemon juice
Step 1: Soak one cup of raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Step 2: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 oz of cascatelli pasta according to package directions.
Step 3: Blend the soaked cashews with fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, grated parmesan, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice until smooth.
Step 4: Drain the pasta, toss with pesto, and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
Step 5: Serve the Spicy Pesto Cascatelli garnished with additional parmesan and red pepper flakes.
Notes
Experience a flavorful twist on classic pasta with our Spicy Pesto Cascatelli recipe, packed with nutrients and bold spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
Keywords: Spicy Pesto, Cascatelli, Pasta, Healthy Recipe, Italian Cuisine
