Sofia’s Creamy Pesto Pasta (Vegetarian & Simple) 🍝🌱

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti or your favorite pasta
• 2 tbsp green pesto (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 tbsp cream cheese or mascarpone (vegetarian version)
• 1 handful cherry tomatoes (halved)
• A few fresh basil leaves
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: grated vegetarian Parmesan-style cheese

Instructions

• Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, keeping a little cooking water.
• In a pan over low heat, combine the pesto and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss well. Add a splash of cooking water to loosen the sauce if needed.
• Stir in the cherry tomatoes, warm through for 1–2 minutes.
• Serve with fresh basil and grated cheese if desired.🧀🌿