Sam Kim's Squid Penne Basil Pesto

• Penne 120g
• Fresh basil 40–50g
• Toasted pine nuts 20g
• Grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp
• Grated Pecorino Romano cheese 1 tbsp
• Garlic 2 cloves
• Lemon juice 1 tsp
• Olive oil 6 tbsp
• Squid 1/2
• Salt a pinch
• Pepper a pinch

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• When making basil pesto, grind it coarsely rather than too fine for better texture and flavor.
• Basil discolors easily when heated, so always toss the pasta and pesto off the heat to maintain a vibrant green color.
• Adding Pecorino Romano cheese gives a saltier, deeper authentic Italian taste.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to make a fragrant pasta with fresh basil instead of store-bought sauce.
• ⭐Those looking for an appealing short pasta dish using penne instead of regular spaghetti.