Table of Contents
- A simple but impressive pesto pasta dish
- Risoni (Orzo) pasta
- Homemade Basil Pesto
- Recipe: Risoni with Homemade Basil Pesto
A simple but impressive pesto pasta dish
Risoni with fresh basil pesto is one of those comforting pasta dishes. Easy to prepare, it makes for a very satisfying meal.
Risoni (Orzo) pasta
The addictive al dente ‘bite’ of risoni pasta is something very special. Little nuggets of joy just waiting to suck up flavour and be spooned into your mouth. This is one of those pasta dishes that showcases simplicity at its best.
Homemade Basil Pesto
The rule is that if you’re making a simple dish, it’s only impressive if you do it perfectly. That is why making your own homemade basil pesto is a must. Unlike store-bought pesto, the bright flavours of basil, parmesan and pine nuts sing loud and proud and are worth the little extra effort.
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Recipe: Risoni with Homemade Basil Pesto
Risoni with Homemade Basil Pesto
Perfectly made basil pesto with risoni pasta and plenty of parmesan
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 140g risoni pasta
- Good quality olive oil
- Parmesan cheese for garnish
- 2 – 4 heaped tbsp of The Best Basil Pesto Recipe
Instructions
- The first step is to prepare the Basil Pesto, recipe here
- Boil the risoni pasta in salted water for as long as the packet instructions suggest. Drain and return the pasta to the cooking pot.
- Start by adding 2 tablespoons of basil pesto to the risoni and stir to combine. Taste and continue to add more pesto if desired until you are satisfied. Season with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Divide risoni between bowls. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with grated parmesan cheese.
