Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 oz.(170g.) penne pasta
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
• Salt and ground black pepper

How to make Penne With Pesto directions

• 1

  In a pot of boiling salt water, cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.

• 2

  Combine garlic, olive oil, and basil in a blender. Pound the mixture until it is smooth. Move the mixture to a bowl and add cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

• 3

  Pour the pesto sauce on pasta and toss together to coat.