Buttermilk Pesto Pasta Sauce
A tangy and flavorful pasta sauce can also be used on vegetables, A great use for extra buttermilk. The fresh lemon brings out a great flavor to this pesto-based buttermilk sauce.
Servings: 2 -4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cups buttermilk add more if you want it saucier
- 2 tablespoons prepared pesto (or chopped basil, garlic, plus 1 tablespoon oil)
- 1/4 lemon wedge fresh squeezed
- Add fresh lemon zest fresh herbs, chopped walnuts, or pine nuts if desired
- 8 oz pasta prepared according to package directions or serve over vegetables like zucchini noodles or broccoli
Instructions
- While you prepare the pasta, begin making the sauce.
- In a skillet heat the butter with flour until the butter is melted.
- Slowly pour in the buttermilk while whisking until the sauce is creamy.
- Next add in the pesto, lemon juice, and any additional items.
- Serve over drained pasta.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, cheese, or nuts.