Red Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the penne to the boiling water and cook for 8–10 minutes, until al dente, then drain and return to the pot.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, add the basil, garlic, Parmesan, roasted red pepper, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a food processor and blend until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the sauce over the pasta and gently toss until well-coated, then transfer to a serving dish and garnish with more Parmesan and basil. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Step 5

Enjoy!