Best Creamy Pesto And Goat Cheese Pasta Recipes

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CREAMY GOAT CHEESE PASTA



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This Creamy Goat Cheese Pasta, made in one pot, will be ready to devour in less than 30 minutes! Creamy goat cheese, parsley and basil for greens; this is the easiest way to marry homemade and gourmet. You'll be saying "I DO!".

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounce penne (dry)
2 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
6 ounce goat cheese (soft)
1 cup half and half cream
¼ cup fresh basil (sliced chiffonade*)
¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
2 tablespoon lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta: Cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Make sauce: Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, just until the garlic becomes aromatic. Add the goat cheese, half and half and stir. Whisk until smooth.
  • Add pasta: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the cooked penne and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Stir well to coat the pasta and let it bubble in the sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  • Finish: If you'd like a thinner sauce, add more of the pasta water as needed. Mix in the basil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the lemon juice and zest and more pasta water if needed. Turn off the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 735 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAKED GOAT CHEESE PASTA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pints cherry tomatoes
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 shallot, sliced thin
2 tablespoons oregano leaves
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive oil
8 ounces goat cheese
8 ounces campanelle (or other shaped) pasta
2 tablespoons pesto
6 to 8 basil leaves, torn, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the tomatoes, garlic, shallot, oregano and red pepper flakes to a 9 x 13 baking dish. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss to combine. Nestle the goat cheese in the dish among the other ingredients and drizzle with the last tablespoon of olive oil. Bake until the tomatoes have blistered and the goat cheese has melted slightly, 22 to 25 minutes.
  • While the tomatoes and goat cheese bake, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
  • Remove the tomatoes and goat cheese from the oven. Add the pesto and begin tossing everything together, breaking up the goat cheese as you go and adding a little pasta water, until you have a creamy consistency. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. Serve hot garnished with the fresh basil.

INSTANT POT CREAMY GOAT CHEESE PASTA



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Inspired by the baked feta pasta that took the internet by storm, this recipe is similarly easy but uses creamy goat cheese and comes together in a fraction of the time, thanks to the Instant Pot®! We opted for a short, tubular pasta for this dish to capture a bit of the creamy sauce inside each piece. Top with a sprinkle of fresh basil and you have a bright and flavorful dish you'll want to make year-round.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound penne pasta
2 pints (20 ounces) cherry tomatoes
2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
One 8-ounce log goat cheese
1/3 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Add the penne, cherry tomatoes, vegetable broth, olive oil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic and 2 teaspoons salt to a 6-quart Instant Pot®. Stir to evenly combine; it's ok if not all of the pasta and tomatoes are fully submerged in the liquid. Place the log of goat cheese on top and in the center of the bowl.
  • Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete. Being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid.
  • Stir the pasta together until the tomatoes have all been crushed and the cheese is thoroughly integrated into the sauce. Spoon into serving bowls and top with the basil.

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