Basil Pesto Fettuccine

• Place a large pot of water on high heat, sprinkle a generous amount salt and allow to come to a boil.

Pesto Mix

• In the meantime using a small saucepan lightly toast the pine nuts with no oil and then set aside.
• In a food processor add the basil, garlic, pine nuts, handful of Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle in the olive oil and blitz for 30 secs.
• Add another handful of Parmesan cheese into the processor and stir through. Adjust the measurements according to your preference. And then set aside.

Pasta

• Once the pasta water has come to a boil, add your fresh pasta into the water and cook according to packet directions, usually 3 mins.
• NOTE – Do not use a colander or strainer to ensure that the starchy liquid remains in the pasta. Rather, using tongs add the pasta into the serving dish as required.
• Add the home made pesto, salt and pepper, and olive oil. Mix through. Keep in mind to add some more starchy liquid to add moisture.
• Sprinkle some Parmesan cheese on top and enjoy.