Ingredients

120gm Linguine pasta

20gm Basil

4gm Salt

4gm Pepper

10gm Parmesan cheese

20gm pine nuts

20ml Olive oil

20gm Tomato puree

1gm Garlic

1gm Onion

Preparation

STEP 1

Bring a large pot of water (salted) to a boil. Add pasta to boiling water and cook according to package instructions (usually 7-10 minutes). Drain when al dente and return to pot to keep warm.

STEP 2

Add basil, crushed garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and process until combined but still slightly chunky.

STEP 3

Add pesto to warm pasta and toss to combine. Serve with additional basil leaves, tomato sauce, and basil oil.

STEP 4

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan, add the onions, and cook on low heat until soft. Add the garlic and tomato purée. Cook for a few minutes then add the chopped tomatoes and oregano. Season generously and simmer for 20 mins, then allow to cool.