Best 8 Easy Fusilli With Tomato Pesto Sauce Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy pasta dish that is packed with flavor? Look no further than fusilli with tomato pesto sauce! This simple yet satisfying meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, and it's sure to please everyone at the table. Fusilli, a type of short, twisted pasta, is the perfect vessel for the rich and tangy tomato pesto sauce. The combination of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese gives the sauce a depth of flavor that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ONE-POT SUPER EASY FUSILLI



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

One 32-ounce box chicken stock
One 28-ounce can crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
One 1-pound box fusilli
One 8-ounce jar drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, 2 tablespoons oil reserved
One 3.5-ounce jar capers, drained
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, small dice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces whole milk ricotta
Olive oil, for garnish
12 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Put the chicken stock, tomatoes, fusilli, sun-dried tomatoes plus the reserved oil, capers, garlic and onion in a large pot, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt and some pepper. Stir together. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower to medium-low heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, about 25 minutes.
  • Place pasta on a large platter and dollop with ricotta. Garnish with olive oil, basil and more ground pepper.

PESTO WITH FUSILLI



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fusilli pasta
3 cups fresh basil
2 tablespoons lightly toasted pine nuts
3 garlic cloves
3 cups extra-irgin olive oil
Pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil, add pasta, and cook to al dente.
  • In a food processor, combine basil and pine nuts, and blend. Add the garlic and drizzle in the olive oil while the processor is in operation. When the mixture turns to a paste, add the salt, pepper, and Parmesan, and pulse until well blended.
  • To serve, simply combine the pasta and pesto together, and sprinkle Parmesan on top.

FUSILLI WITH TOMATO PESTO



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This uncooked tomato pesto is a fun take on the classic pesto alla Trapanese. It uses almonds instead of pine nuts and dials the basil way back to let the fresh tomatoes shine. Crispy bacon and breadcrumbs add a salty and smokey crunch to the dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup slivered blanched almonds
1/2 cup packed fresh basil, plus sliced basil for topping
1 clove garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 plum tomatoes, cored, halved and seeded
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
10 ounces fusilli
2 slices bacon, finely chopped
1/4 cup panko

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Toast the almonds in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until lightly browned and starting to crackle, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; reserve the skillet. Add the basil and garlic to the food processor, season with salt and pepper and pulse until finely chopped. Add the tomatoes, olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt and process until mostly smooth. Transfer the pesto to a large bowl and stir in the Parmesan.
  • Salt the boiling water, add the pasta and cook as the label directs for al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup cooking water, then drain. Add the pasta to the bowl with the pesto and toss well to coat, adding splashes of the reserved cooking water as needed to loosen. Season with salt and pepper.
  • While the pasta cooks, cook the bacon in the reserved skillet over medium heat, stirring, until crisp, about 3 minutes. Add the panko and continue to cook, stirring, until golden and crisp, 1 more minute. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Divide the pasta among bowls. Top with the bacon-panko mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan and sliced basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Fat 24 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 534 milligrams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Sugar 6 grams, Protein 16 grams

EASY FUSILLI WITH TOMATO PESTO SAUCE



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Spiral pasta tossed with a super easy tomato sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil. A lovely, simple dish. This is so easy and really yummy!

Provided by LYNN DOIRON

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
14 ounces fusilli (spiral) pasta
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons pesto
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and return to pot.
  • Season tomato sauce with salt and pepper; stir in pesto. Pour sauce over hot cooked pasta and mix well. Sprinkle with cheese, garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 4.7 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 207.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

FUSILLI WITH FRESH TOMATO AND OLIVE SAUCE



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Provided by Erin Renouf Mylroie

Categories     Olive     Pasta     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Summer     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, pitted, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes (about 8 large), chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 pound fusilli, freshly cooked
1 1/2 cups coarsely grated Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces)
1 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add olives, chopped onion, chopped garlic and crushed red pepper and sauté until onion begins to soften, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and tomato paste and stir until tomatoes are just warmed through, about 2 minutes. Mix in red wine vinegar. Add cooked pasta, 1 cup Parmesan cheese and fresh basil and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Serve with remaining Parmesan cheese.

FUSILLI WITH NO-COOK FRESH TOMATO & MOZZARELLA SAUCE



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This recipe is originally from Bon Appetit Magazine. It is absolutely delicious in summertime made with ripe tomatoes. This dish is easy and very healthy, and always receives raves from family and friends. The original recipe called for 6 Tbsp. of olive oil, but I found it too oily; feel free to experiment on your own. The secret lies in allowing the flavors of the tomato sauce to marinate, so don't cut this step short. Enjoy!

Provided by dahlia

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ripe plum tomato, seeded and halved
8 ounces mozzarella cheese (can also use shredded)
1/2 cup thinly sliced julienned fresh basil
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
salt & pepper, to taste
12 ounces fusilli or 12 ounces rotelle pasta
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
fresh basil leaf, for garnish

Steps:

  • Dice tomatoes and mozzarella cheese into 1/2 inch pieces; place in medium bowl.
  • Mix in basil, olive oil, vinegar, garlic and red pepper flakes.
  • Season as desired with salt and pepper.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until al dente (about 9 minutes).
  • Drain pasta and return to same pot.
  • Add tomato& cheese mixture and toss with pasta over low heat until cheese begins to melt.
  • Transfer pasta to platter or large bowl and sprinkle with pine nuts.
  • Garnish with basil leaves if desired.

EASY FUSILLI WITH TOMATO PESTO SAUCE



Easy Fusilli with Tomato Pesto Sauce image

Spiral pasta tossed with a super easy tomato sauce, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil. A lovely, simple dish. This is so easy and really yummy!

Provided by LYNN DOIRON

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
14 ounces fusilli (spiral) pasta
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons pesto
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic for 2 minutes, then add tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and return to pot.
  • Season tomato sauce with salt and pepper; stir in pesto. Pour sauce over hot cooked pasta and mix well. Sprinkle with cheese, garnish with basil leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Cholesterol 4.7 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 207.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

FUSILLI WITH CREAMY TOMATO, GARLIC, AND MEAT SAUCE (OR ROTINI)



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Easy and very delicious. Whipping cream enriches this herbed tomato sauce, and red pepper adds some zip to the meat. Enjoy it over your favorite pasta. Serve with a crisp salad and crusty bread.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces ground turkey or 12 ounces ground chicken
1/8 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/2 cup onion, chopped (1/2 large onion)
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 (14 ounce) cans peeled Italian-style tomatoes, cut up
5 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces rotini pasta or 8 ounces spaghetti
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons parsley, snipped
fresh rosemary sprig, to garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook beef, red pepper flakes, and onion until the meat is browned and onions soften.
  • Add garlic and mushrooms, and cook, stirring frequently, until mushrooms soften (5 minutes).
  • Drain off fat.
  • Stir in undrained tomatoes, cheese, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated (about 40 minutes).
  • Cook pasta according to package directions (15 minutes).
  • Drain and keep warm.
  • Gradually stir the whipping cream into the sauce.
  • Arrange the pasta on plates or on a serving platter.
  • Spoon sauce over pasta.
  • If desired, garnish with rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.7, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 100.7, Sodium 703.3, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.6, Protein 27.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they are meaty and have fewer seeds. Peeling the tomatoes makes the pesto sauce smoother, but this step is optional.
  • Make sure the basil is fresh and fragrant. Basil is the star of this pesto sauce, so it's important to use the best quality leaves you can find. If you can, use homegrown basil or basil from a farmers market.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should be slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold the sauce as well.
  • Add the pesto sauce to the pasta while it's still hot. This will help the sauce to evenly coat the pasta.
  • Garnish the pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and pine nuts. This will add extra flavor and texture to the dish.

Conclusion:

This easy fusilli with tomato pesto sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a light meal. The pesto sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese, and it's tossed with cooked fusilli pasta. The dish is then topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, and pine nuts. This recipe is sure to please everyone at your table!

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