Easy Fusili with Tomato Pesto Sauce Recipe
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Easy Fusili with Tomato Pesto Sauce

By: LYNN DOIRON  
"Spiral pasta tossed with a super easy tomato sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil. A lovely, simple dish. This is so easy and really yummy!"

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What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 14 ounces fusilli (spiral) pasta
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons pesto
  • 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and return to pot.
  3. Season tomato sauce with salt and pepper; stir in pesto. Pour sauce over hot cooked pasta and mix well. Sprinkle with cheese, garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 360 | Total Fat: 12.5g | Cholesterol: 5mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2004 by DeafDogLover 
I enjoyed this recipe and plan on adding it to my regular rotation. I followed the recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2006 by Suzanne 
I loved how easy and delicious this dish was. I did make some modifications though, which I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2007 by vanessajbaca 
Very good recipe! Definitely add salt. I added a splash of red wine and some Italian spice... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2007 by rubykayee 
easy to make. added sausages and fresh tomatoes. delicious. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 29, 2002 by TRIPLE_LATTE 
Excellent recipe... I used garlic-flavoured tomatoes and it was still a tad bland. Would be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 25, 2008 by Elisabeth 
This is a very good dish I will make again! Modifications: I used long fusili and topped the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2003 by ASUTTLES 
I was very impressed with how this recipe turned out. I guess by some interpretations it may... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2007 by Jackie J 
Appreciated how easy it was. I would double the amount of sauce for the noodles though. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2009 by Fit&Healthy Mom Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Good and simple recipe. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2009 by Phoenix Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
This recipe was as simple as promised. It tasted great! MORE

 
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