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Pistachio Pesto Pasta with Burrata

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A delightful dish that combines creamy burrata with vibrant pistachio pesto for a fresh twist on classic pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pappardelle pasta or similar
  • 8 oz burrata cheese (2 standard balls or 4 mini balls)
  • Salt, to taste
  • ~2 tablespoons crushed pistachios (optional, for topping)
  • ~2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/4 cup shelled pistachios
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tablespoon freshly minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Drain the burrata balls and soak them in a bowl of warm water to gently warm them as you prepare the rest of the recipe.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. When the pesto is almost ready, add the pappardelle and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and cover it to keep warm.
  3. In a food processor or blender, combine basil leaves, shelled pistachios, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Blend until very finely chopped, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Add lemon juice, then slowly drizzle in olive oil while the processor runs until the pesto is fully blended and smooth.
  5. Mix warm water and cornstarch in a microwave-safe bowl until dissolved. Microwave in 30-second intervals until the mixture thickens and appears jelly-like.
  6. Add the cornstarch jelly back into the food processor with the pesto and blend once more to fully combine and thicken the sauce.
  7. Return the drained pasta to the warm pot. Pour the pesto sauce over and toss until the pasta is fully coated.
  8. Serve the pesto-coated pasta on plates. Gently open each burrata ball by hand, season the inside with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil, then place atop the pasta. Sprinkle with crushed pistachios if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegan option, substitute burrata with plant-based cheese alternatives. Customize the pesto with different nuts for varied flavors.

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Keywords: Pasta, Pesto, Burrata, Vegetarian Recipe, Italian Cuisine

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