One-Pot Pesto Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 lb Penne or Fusilli pasta
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Basil pesto
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream(optional)
• 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cups Baby spinach(optional)
• to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, combine the dry pasta, broth, and minced garlic.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, for about 9-11 minutes or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed.

4. 4

   Stir in the basil pesto, heavy cream, and baby spinach. Continue to stir until the spinach has wilted.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.