SAEDNEWS: Pasta is one of those delicious and popular dishes that is especially loved by children. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to prepare a flavorful pasta dish with a fresh basil sauce.
According to Saednews, Pasta and macaroni are among the favorite foods of many Iranians. This delicious dish can be prepared in many different ways, one of which is pasta with basil sauce. It is especially popular as a vegetarian dish in restaurants. Thanks to the fresh herbs, this pasta is incredibly aromatic and flavorful.
Pasta: 1 package
Onion: 1
Garlic: 2 cloves
Fresh basil: 100 g
Fresh parsley: 50 g
Heavy cream: 1 cup
Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
Salt and black pepper: to taste
Butter: 1 tablespoon
Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, which has been washed, peeled, and thinly sliced. Sauté until the onion becomes soft and deeply caramelized.
Meanwhile, fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
Once the onion is soft and no longer raw, add the two cloves of garlic and sauté briefly. If you do not like the strong aroma of fresh garlic, you can use garlic powder instead. It has a milder aroma and adds a pleasant flavor to the pasta.
Add the cleaned, washed, and chopped fresh basil and parsley to the pan. Stir well and cook until the herbs begin to soften.
You can also add dried herbs according to your taste. Thyme, dried basil, rosemary, and sage are all good options.
After a few minutes, add the cream to the pan and stir well. Allow the ingredients to simmer gently with the cream for a few minutes.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Once the basil sauce is ready, turn off the heat and set the pan aside.
By now, the water in the pot should be boiling. Add some salt and lemon juice to the water, then add your favorite type of pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until the pasta reaches your preferred level of tenderness.
Drain the pasta well.
Add the drained pasta to the pan containing the creamy basil sauce. Toss well until the sauce completely coats the pasta.
Cook over low heat for a few seconds, stirring gently to allow the flavors to combine.
Your delicious basil pasta is now ready to serve!
Garnish the pasta with fresh basil, parsley, and cherry tomatoes before serving. The fresh herbs add an extra burst of aroma and flavor, while the tomatoes provide a refreshing contrast to the creamy sauce.
