Infused Creamy Pesto Pasta with Toasted Walnuts

Introduction

Creamy pesto with a cannabis kick? Yes, please. This recipe is quick, customizable, and delivers flavor and function in every forkful.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta of choice
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• ¼ cup parmesan
• ¼ cup toasted walnuts
• 2 tbsp infused olive oil
• 2 tbsp regular olive oil
• ¼ cup heavy cream or plant-based milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Blend basil, garlic, parmesan, walnuts, and both oils into a paste.
2. Cook pasta and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
3. Stir pesto and cream into pasta over low heat. Add pasta water if needed.
4. Season and serve hot.

Dosing Tip

2 tbsp infused oil = ~20mg THC. Serves 3–4 = ~5mg per portion.

Twist Factor

Combining classic pesto with cream gives it extra richness — toasted walnuts add depth and crunch.

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