Question 1

How much pesto for 1 lb of pasta?

Accepted Answer

According to Beaming Baker, you need about 1/2 cup of pesto for 1 lb of pasta. You can adjust the amount according to your taste preference.

Question 2

Do you heat pesto before adding to the pasta?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not heat pesto before adding to the pasta. Pesto is not meant to be heated as it will turn color and lose its vibrancy. You should add the pesto to the cooked, drained pasta in a large bowl and toss well.

Question 3

What kind of pasta goes well with pesto?

Accepted Answer

Pesto goes well with many kinds of pasta, but traditionally it is used with mandilli de sæa ("silk handkerchiefs" in the Genoese dialect), trofie or trenette. You can also use other shapes like penne, fusilli, farfalle or spaghetti.

Question 4

Should you reserve some of the pasta water before draining?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you should reserve some of the pasta water before draining. The starchy water helps thin out the pesto sauce and makes it stick better to the pasta. You can use about 1/4 cup of pasta water per pound of pasta.

Question 5

Does pesto sauce include lemon juice?

Accepted Answer

No, pesto sauce does not include lemon juice. This is a common misconception, especially among Italian-American cooks. In Liguria, where pesto originated, lemon juice is not part of the traditional recipe.

Question 6

When does Pesto Pasta expire?

Accepted Answer

Unopened store-bought pesto pasta will generally last about 1-2 weeks past the sell-by date printed on the packaging, assuming it has been stored properly. Once opened, it is best to consume within 3-5 days while stored in the refrigerator. Homemade pesto pasta tends to have a shorter shelf life, best enjoyed within 2-3 days. If frozen, pesto pasta could extend its shelf-life to about 1-2 months.

Question 7

How do you tell if Pesto Pasta is bad?

Accepted Answer

Identifying whether your pesto pasta has gone off is typically as simple as checking the smell, look, and taste. Pesto pasta that has gone bad will often have a spoiled, sour smell. The green color of the pesto may darken or appear to have mould. It's important to not taste it if you suspect it has gone bad, as this could make you sick.

Question 8

Tips for storing Pesto Pasta to extend shelf life

Accepted Answer

• Always refrigerate pesto pasta, store-bought or homemade, soon after use to help extend its shelf life.

• Store your pesto pasta in a sealable container to avoid air exposure.

• If you want to freeze it, consider portioning it into small, sealable bags or containers before freezing, so you can defrost and use the amount you need, without affecting the remaining quantity.

• Thaw frozen pesto pasta in the fridge overnight or using the defrost function of your microwave.

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