Mama Mia, it’s National Pasta Day! 🎉 Time to twirl those forks and roll up your sleeves because we’ve got a Luca-inspired pasta dish that’s bound to make your taste buds dance: Trinetta al Pesto Pasta!
This is the perfect excuse to gather your family or friends who love to cook (or just love to eat) and whip up some deliciousness! I want to see your pasta masterpieces, so don’t forget to share those drool-worthy pics on FandomTrek’s social media. Let’s roll!
This recipe serves 4, and you’ll be making both the pesto and the pasta from scratch—yes, you heard that right! Depending on your cooking expertise and how many tiny sous chefs are in the kitchen (watch out for those flour fights!), this might take a little while. So why not cue up Luca for some inspiration while you stir away?
For the Pesto, you’ll need:
3 bunches of fresh basil (the greener, the dreamier!)
4 cloves of fresh garlic (vampires, beware!)
A handful of toasted pine nuts (crunchy goodness!)
1/3 cup aged Parmesan cheese, grated (the older, the bolder!)
1/3 cup olive oil (liquid gold, baby!)
1 small lemon (for that zesty kick!)
1/4 teaspoon salt (a sprinkle of love!)
A food processor (your trusty kitchen sidekick!)
For the Pasta, gather up:
1 1/3 cup flour (get ready for some floury fun!)
1 1/4 teaspoon salt (just a pinch!)
2 extra-large eggs, room temperature (like they just came back from a spa day!)
2 cups green beans, chopped (for a pop of color!)
2 cups yellow potatoes, diced (because who doesn’t love potatoes?)
An extra-large cutting board (big enough for all your pasta dreams!)
A fork (for mixing and twirling!)
A rolling pin (let’s roll with it!)
A large kitchen knife (careful, this one’s for the grown-ups!)
A 3-quart saucepan (to hold all that deliciousness!)
And remember, when it comes to handling knives or anything hot, it’s adult supervision time! So let’s get cooking and make this National Pasta Day one for the books! 🍝✨
Presto, it's Pesto!
Step 1: Basil Bash!
First up, say goodbye to those basil stems! Remove them and give those beautiful leaves a rinse. Then dry them off like they’re getting ready for a sunbath!
Step 2: Chop It Like It’s Hot!
Toss the basil into your food processor and chop away for about 2 minutes like a culinary ninja. Next, add the garlic and a heaping tablespoon of pine nuts (because who doesn’t love a little nutty crunch?). Chop it all together for another 2 minutes, then sprinkle in that glorious Parmesan cheese and chop for one more minute. You’re basically a pasta wizard at this point!
Step 3: Creamy Dreamy Pesto Time!
Pour in the olive oil, squeeze that lemon juice like you’re trying to impress a date, and toss in the salt. Blend it all together for about 5 minutes until you have a creamy pesto paste. Don’t forget to pause occasionally to scrape down the sides—your food processor loves a little attention!
Step 4: Pesto Storage!
You can keep your homemade pesto in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze it for future pasta emergencies. Because we all know, sometimes pasta cravings strike at odd hours!
Time to Make the Dough!
Step 1: Egg-citing Mixture!
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and salt like you’re preparing for a cooking show.
Step 2: Flour Power!
Add the flour and mix it with your fork until it forms a dough. Once it gets too tough for the fork, it’s time to get your hands in there!
Step 3: Knead for Speed!
Dust your work surface with flour and start kneading that dough. If it’s feeling sticky, flour up those hands and keep kneading until it’s smooth and pliable. If it’s too dry, give it a little sprinkle of water and keep going! It’s a workout and a snack in one!
Step 4: Dough Nap!
Cover your dough and let it rest for about 30 minutes. It’s been through a lot; it deserves a break!
Step 5: Divide and Conquer!
Cut the dough into two equal pieces.
Step 6: Roll It Out!
Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it with your rolling pin. Keep dusting with flour to prevent sticking. Use your body weight—this is your chance to get some exercise while rolling out dough! Flip, turn, and roll it as thin as you can. You’re basically a pasta-making athlete at this point!
Cooking Up a Storm!
Step 1: Boil, Baby, Boil! Fill your saucepan 1/3 full of water and bring it to a boil. Toss in a tablespoon of salt and the potatoes. Cook those for about 3 minutes, then add the green beans and cook for 2 more minutes. Finally, add your pasta and cook until it’s al dente—around 3 minutes should do the trick!
Step 2: Mix It Up! Carefully remove everything from the pan, saving a splash of that glorious water. Lower the heat and add half of your pesto to the pan. Toss the pasta, beans, and potatoes back in and gently mix it all up. If you’re feeling fancy, add more pesto and a drizzle of olive oil!
Step 3: Heat Things Up! Warm it all for about a minute, then serve it up and bask in the glory of your homemade masterpiece!
Final Note: No eating raw dough, folks! We want delicious pasta, not a trip to the dentist! Enjoy your culinary triumph! 🍽️✨
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