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Creamy Pesto Pasta with Burrata
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil.
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Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Stir in pesto and cook for 1–2 minutes to warm through.
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Pour in heavy cream and whisk to incorporate.
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Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
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Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Stir until creamy and well combined.
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Serve hot topped with a ball of burrata and extra Parmesan cheese.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pasta Water Magic 💧Always reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, as its starchy consistency is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified sauce that perfectly coats the Banza cavatappi.
- Burrata Placement Perfection 🧀Add room temperature burrata just before serving, allowing it to gently melt into the warm pasta without completely breaking down, creating luxurious creamy pockets.
- Pesto Depth Enhancement 🌿Toast your garlic lightly in olive oil before adding pesto to intensify its aromatics and develop a more complex flavor profile in the sauce.
- Spice Layer Technique 🌶️Bloom your dry spices (onion powder, garlic powder, paprika) in butter for 30 seconds before adding cream to unlock their full flavor potential and prevent raw spice taste.
- Cheese Emulsification Trick 🥄Grate Parmesan very finely and add it off the heat, stirring continuously to ensure smooth integration without clumping or separating.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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