Pesto Cream Sauce
This creamy pesto sauce combines the rich, velvety texture of Alfredo with the bold, herby flavors of basil pesto for a perfect pasta topping. Made with heavy cream, butter, parmesan, and pesto, it creates a smooth, flavorful sauce that coats pasta beautifully. Whether tossed with fettuccine, paired with grilled chicken, or drizzled over roasted veggies, this easy recipe brings a delicious, restaurant-quality touch to any meal!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 355kcal
Ingredients
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 Tbsp butter
- ⅓ cup pesto sauce more as desired
- ¾ cup parmesan shredded
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine heavy cream and water. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in butter and pesto, letting the butter melt completely. Reduce heat to low and stir for 5 minutes.
- Add shredded parmesan and stir until melted and smooth. Cook for 2 more minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Toss with your favorite pasta and enjoy! This makes enough sauce to cover 12-16 oz of pasta, depending on how saucy you prefer the pasta.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 552mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1394IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 287mg | Iron: 0.3mg