One Pot Pesto Pasta: Quick and Delicious Camping Delight

Need a quick and tasty meal for your next camping adventure? This One Pot Pesto Pasta is sure not to disappoint!

This is one of our easy camping meals to make list-fresh flavors and simple ingredients. All you need is a skillet and a one-burner camp stove, which makes it a good option for outdoor cooking.

So, why wait? Let’s dive into this flavorful recipe that’s bound to become a campfire favorite!

Main Ingredients

Here’s what you need to prepare for 2 servings:

• 2 slices bacon
• 2 zucchinis
• Handful of cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups pasta
• ¼ cup pesto
• ¼ cup parmesan
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• Salt + pepper

Besides, you can adjust the ingredients if you’re cooking for more people – just keep the same proportions.

Equipment

There are several tools that you should gather to cook this dish:

• Skillet or large pot: You’ll want a sturdy skillet or pot for cooking the pasta and sautéing everything together.
• Single-burner camp stove: If you want to heat up a pan to cook a meal, this is a great and efficient option when camping.
• Spatula or wooden spoon: Use these for stirring the pasta and sauce to combine.
• Measuring cups and spoons: To help measure out your ingredients, especially the pasta and pesto.
• Cutting board and knife: For chopping any fresh ingredients – be it vegetables or herbs

How to Cook One Pot Pesto Pasta?

Check out this One Pot Pesto Pasta recipe below, make sure to follow these steps and you’ll soon have a delicious meal:

1. Fry the Bacon: To begin, fry the bacon in the pan on medium heat until crispy. Take it, chop, and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: Using the remaining bacon grease from frying, toss in the zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and a dash of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until zucchini is tender and beginning to brown. Take the vegetables out and reserve.
3. Cook the pasta: Pour the pasta, 3 cups water and ½ teaspoon salt into the skillet. Bring to a boil, stirring often until the pasta is tender and most of the water is absorbed – about 10 minutes (check the package directions). You can add some water.
4. Combine Everything: Take the skillet off of the heat. Add the pesto and stir, then add the sautéed vegetables, parmesan cheese, chopped bacon, and pine nuts. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!

6 Tips for Your Better Dish

To elevate your One Pot Pesto Pasta, consider these handy tips:

• Choose fresh ingredients: Using fresh ingredients like basil and good quality, ripe tomatoes can make a world of difference in taste. It brings a bright flavor that dried ingredients are incapable of delivering.
• Pesto your way: You can play around and use any kind of pesto. For a variation, you can try sun-dried tomato pesto,spinach pesto,or evenmeatless, nut-free if allergies are in the picture.
• Add some protein: For a more filling meal, add in some cooked chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas. This will not only increase the protein content but also the satiety of the dish.
• Veggie boost: Add in some seasonal vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers or spinach. They can be sautéed with the pasta for added nutrition and flavor.
• Adjust the consistency: If you want a creamier sauce, add a splash of cream or a dollop of cream cheese before serving. It will give you a deeper texture.
• Storage of leftovers: Place leftovers in an airtight container. The flavours will meld nicely together and make for a very enjoyable next-day meal!

Conclusion

This One Pot Pesto Pasta is super easy to make, and we hope you love this delicious recipe as much as we do! Try it out on your next camping trip and good luck making this.

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