Linguine with Creamy Walnut Sauce

March 17, 2026

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Dinner Lunch Pepper Garlic Salt Vegetarian

Rich, nutty, and beautifully creamy, this Linguine with Creamy Walnut Sauce is a comforting pasta dish with a sophisticated twist. Blending toasted walnuts with garlic, cream, and Benissimo’s Pepper & Garlic Seasoned Salt, this sauce delivers deep, savory flavor with a smooth, velvety texture. The whole wheat linguine adds a hearty bite, while fresh parsley and Parmesan bring balance and brightness. It’s a unique yet approachable recipe that transforms simple ingredients into something truly special—perfect for elevating your everyday meals with effortless Benissimo flavor.

Ingredients

¼ cup chicken broth
1 cup chopped walnuts, divided
3 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons Benissimo Pepper & Garlic Seasoned Salt
1 pound uncooked whole wheat linguine
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente; drain.
Meanwhile, toast walnuts in a 350°F oven for 5–10 minutes, until fragrant.
In a blender, combine chicken broth, ½ cup toasted walnuts, garlic, and Pepper & Garlic Seasoned Salt. Blend on high until smooth.
Transfer the sauce to a medium serving bowl.
Add the hot pasta, chopped parsley, and remaining walnuts to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.

This Linguine with Creamy Walnut Sauce is a perfect example of how easy recipes can still feel elegant and full of flavor. With the rich, nutty sauce enhanced by Benissimo’s seasoning blend, it’s an ideal choice for cozy weeknight recipes when you want something comforting yet a little elevated. It also makes a wonderful addition to your collection of family recipes, offering a unique pasta dish that’s both satisfying and memorable. Simple to prepare yet impressively delicious, this creamy walnut pasta proves that great flavor doesn’t have to be complicated—just thoughtfully crafted, the Benissimo way.