Description
A comforting pasta dish combining rich salmon and vibrant pesto in a creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 cup cooked salmon, flaked
- 1/2 cup pesto (homemade or jarred)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat the pesto over medium heat.
- Add the heavy cream, stirring until combined.
- Stir in the cooked salmon and Parmesan cheese, cooking until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the pasta with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute some heavy cream with half-and-half. Adding a splash of lemon juice or zest before serving can brighten the flavor.
