Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy pasta, infused with a divine blend of roasted red pepper pesto and fresh basil. The addition of lemon and white beans lends a tangy, savory crispness. A simple, yet flavorful vegetarian feast ready in no time!
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add salt and pasta, and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
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While the pasta cooks, in a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add the roasted red pepper pesto to the pan and stir to combine.
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Add the cooked pasta to the pan along with 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Toss to fully coat pasta with sauce.
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Stir in the white beans, chopped basil, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar and black pepper.
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Add more pasta water if needed, to reach the desired sauce consistency.
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Sprinkle grated pecorino cheese over pasta and gently stir.
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Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your creamy, tangy pasta dish!