Pasta with Squash Blossoms, Basil, Garlic, and Pine Nuts
This is a simple way to prepare your favorite pasta. Chopped summer squash blossoms, fresh basil, and garlic, turns this into a fresh tasting and delicious dish.Serves 4-6
Ingredients
- 12 squash blossoms , stems and stamens removed, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves , chopped or torn
- 4 garlic cloves , chopped
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts , toasted
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 12 ounces of your favorite dried spaghetti
- Parmigiano Reggiano for serving
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until it is al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 tablespoon of the water.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring. Add the squash blossoms, pasta, pine nuts, and reserved water. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 2 minutes, gently stirring until combined.
- Transfer the pasta to individual bowls. Sprinkle with the basil and Parmigiano Reggiano over the top. Serve immediately.
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