Pesto takeaway pasta makes an elegant weeknight or dinner party meal, and this recipe includes homemade basil pesto and whole wheat pasta for optimal results. Add fresh roasted tomatoes, mozzarella or burrata cheese, toasted pine nuts, salt, pepper and lemon juice for extra flavour and texture. Although this dish is vegetarian-friendly, meat lovers may easily adapt this dish. What is pesto? Pesto is a green sauce traditionally prepared from basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts (or any nut such as walnuts or hazelnuts), olive oil and parmesan cheese. Basil adds an intense, herby flavour, while nuts and cheeses contribute texture and richness. Pesto pasta should typically be prepared using a…