Look, the shape matters, but so does the method. Never dump hot pasta straight into cold pesto from the jar. That’s like inviting a guest to a party and then turning off the lights. Always reserve a cup of that starchy pasta water.
When you toss the hot pasta with the pesto, add a splash of that cloudy water. It loosens the sauce, makes it creamy, and helps everything stick like superglue. It’s the secret handshake of Italian cooking.
So next time you’re at the store, skip the spaghetti. Grab some trofie or cavatappi. Give your pesto the home it deserves. Your taste buds—and your dinner guests—will thank you with a slow, satisfied nod. And maybe a second bowl.
