Creamy Basil Pesto Spaghetti with Feta
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring spaghetti tossed in creamy basil pesto sauce and topped with crumbled feta cheese for a delightful Mediterranean twist.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti
- 1/2 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the pesto and heavy cream, cooking for 2–3 minutes until well combined.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve topped with crumbled feta cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add grilled chicken or roasted vegetables.
- Homemade pesto gives the freshest flavor, but store-bought works well for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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