A dish that combines the culinary traditions of Liguria and Tuscany, pasta with pesto is a simple recipe, fast and rich in flavors. Our Tuscan Lilies, produced with Tuscan durum wheat, are perfectly combined with the Basil Pesto, prepared according to the original Ligurian recipe. A dish that enhances the quality of ingredients and beauty of Italian cuisine.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients (for two people):

• 250 g di Pasta Tuscan Lilies
• 100 g of Basil Pesto il Bottaccio
• 1 tablespoon of Olio Nuovo Extravergine Toscano Profumo
• 2 fresh basil leaves
• A pinch of salt

Procedure:

1. Cook the pasta: Bring to a boil a pot of salted water and cook the Tuscan Lilies for about 8-9 minutes, or until they are al dente.
2. Season the pasta: Drain the pasta and add the Basil Pesto, stirring well to distribute the dressing evenly.
3. Set up: Arrange the pasta and complete with two fresh basil leaves. Add a drizzle of Nuovo Extra Vergine Toscano oil for a touch of freshness and intensity.

Final tip:

To enrich the pasta dish with pesto, you can add a sprinkling of Grana Padano over the pasta with pesto, which will give an extra creaminess and a richer flavor. Perfect for a quick lunch or a tasty dinner!