Jenny's Easy Creamy Pesto Capellini

Name: Jenny's Easy Creamy Pesto Capellini
Total time: 1800 s
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Pound Capellini Pasta; 1/2 Cup Salted Butter; 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream; 1 Cup Grated Parmesean Cheese; 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 Package Knorr Pesto Mix; 1-2 Tbsp Olive Oil; 1 Clove Minced Garlic

Jenny Lynn @PattonIsGod

Cincinnati, Ohio

This delicious, simple, and quick noodle recipe is my family's favorite. I typically make a double batch, because we love it so much and it reheats well. I hope this becomes a new favorite for your family, as well.

Jenny Lynn @PattonIsGod

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Ingredients

30 mins

8 servings

1 PoundCapellini Pasta
1/2 CupSalted Butter
2 CupsHeavy Whipping Cream
1 CupGrated Parmesean Cheese
1/2 TeaspoonBlack Pepper
1 PackageKnorr Pesto Mix
1-2 TbspOlive Oil
1 CloveMinced Garlic

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Steps

30 mins

1

In a large pot, boil Capellini Noodles according to box directions. I boil mine al dente in salted water.
2

Drain noodles, and toss with some butter and/or olive oil to prevent sticking. Cover noodles and set aside.
3

In a large, nonstick skillet, heat butter & Oil over medium heat. Add Garlic. Stir and cook for a minute or two.
4

Stir in heavy cream, and season with pepper. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, whisking constantly.
5

Stir Parmesan Cheese into cream sauce, whisking until thoroughly mixed. Blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
6

Ladle sauce over the noodles, and enjoy.
7

This dish is also perfect with the addition of grilled or blackened chicken or shrimp. I've also garnished with diced roma tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, green onions, sauteed mushrooms and sliced almonds. The possibilities are endless.