Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe that is also delicious and packed with flavor? Look no further than this Vasilica Pesto Fusilli recipe!.

What is Vasilica?

Vasilica is a leafy green vegetable commonly found in Mediterranean cuisine. It is also known as Greek wild basil or Greek basil. It has a distinct and intense flavor that is perfect for adding to pesto.

: Ingredients

1 pound fusilli pasta
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1 cup fresh Vasilica leaves
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

: Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, make the pesto. Combine the basil, vasilica, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
Pulse the ingredients until they are well combined.
With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth and creamy.
Drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
Return the pasta to the pot and stir in the pesto.
If the pasta seems too dry, add some of the reserved cooking water, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and pine nuts if desired.

: Why we love this recipe

This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to make something quick and easy but still delicious and satisfying. The vasilica adds a unique and flavorful twist to traditional pesto, and the creamy sauce pairs perfectly with the pasta.

Plus, this recipe is customizable – you can add additional ingredients like cherry tomatoes or roasted red peppers to make it your own.