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Creamy Basil Pesto Pasta

Name: Creamy Basil Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 (14.5 oz) jar Prego ® Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce; 8 oz uncooked rotini pasta (about 2 1/2 cups); Fresh basil, optional for garnish

You can keep the 2 ingredients for this Creamy Basil Pesto Pasta recipe ready to go in your pantry, so dinner can be on the table in just 25 minutes. The flavors go with just about anything, so you can also add stir-ins like cooked chicken, roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella (we love the Caprese vibe you get from the mozzarella).

Serves 4

Ready in 22 mins

Prep time 2 mins

Cooking time 20 mins

305 calories per serving

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Ingredients

> 1 (14.5 oz) jar Prego ® Creamy Basil Pesto Sauce

> 8 oz uncooked rotini pasta (about 2 1/2 cups)

> Fresh basil, optional for garnish

Steps

Cook and drain the rotini according to the package directions.

While the rotini is cooking, pour the sauce into a 4-quart saucepan and heat over medium heat until hot, stirring often. Add the cooked rotini and toss to coat. Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving, if desired.