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plate of pesto pasta with extra Parmesan cheese grated on top.

Creamy Pesto Pasta

This quick and easy Creamy Pesto Pasta comes together in just 15 minutes and is made with only 4 ingredients. Perfect vegetarian dinner for busy weeknights, lunch, or meal prep!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta (any type or shape)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup pesto (homemade recipe)
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water. Drain.
  • Add the olive oil, pesto, cream, and ½ cup of pasta water to a large skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until it thickens to your liking. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water to thin it out.
  • Add the cooked pasta and lemon juice to the pan. Toss until combined. Enjoy!