Easiest Way to Cook Delicious Creamy Basil Pasta

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Ingredients of Creamy Basil Pasta

1. You need 3/4 cup of fresh basil leaves.
2. You need 2 cloves of garlic, peeled.
3. Prepare to taste of Salt and pepper.
4. It's 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil.
5. You need 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese (for additional flavor–optional).
6. You need 12 ounces of pasta (I used Fusili).
7. You need 2 of whole tomatoes, diced.
8. Prepare 4 ounces of Philadelphia cream cheese.

Chef Vogel graduated from the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City and has been writing a syndicated food column "Food for. Please note, since pesto is the base for this creamy sauce, the flavor of pasta will change depending on kind of pesto used. Like, if you looking for a pronounced basil taste, then go for classic basil pesto or if you want a spicy sharp taste, then opt for something like Spicy Arugula Pesto (listed below). Basil pesto is one of our favorite ways to top pasta and this creamy version is insanely good!

Creamy Basil Pasta instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, add all the basil leaves, olive oil, garlic, and the Philadelphia cream cheese. Turn the machine on, blend until combined; adding additional oil if needed. Set aside..
2. Cook pasta according to the instructions on the box. Drain pasta and place in a serving bowl. Pour pesto cream sauce over the top. Toss to combine. Add diced tomatoes and toss quickly. Plate pasta and grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!.

This recipe is a basic pesto with the addition of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and ricotta cheese. The cheeses add a richness that just takes pesto to a whole new level. Heat cream in a saucepan over low heat until simmering. Add salt, basil, parmesan or pecorino and pepper to sauce and cook over low heat until you reach a desired thickness. This pasta dish is creamy, yet it's cream-free.