Cannabis-Infused Pesto Pasta

Hey growers! Craving a flavorful and soothing pasta? Here's a detailed recipe for Cannabis-Infused Pesto Pasta. This pasta combines the classic taste of pesto with the beneficial effects of decarboxylated cannabis flowers.

Ingredients for Cannabis-Infused Pesto Pasta

• Cannabis oil

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 7-10 grams of decarboxylated cannabis flowers

• Pesto

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan Parmesan cheese for a vegan option)
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 cup cannabis oil (see above)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

• pasta

  • 400 grams of pasta of your choice (e.g. spaghetti, penne)
  • Salt for the pasta water
  • Optional: fresh cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan to garnish

Step-by-step instructions

Making cannabis oil

1. Heat cannabis and oil

   • Melt the olive oil in a saucepan over low heat.
   • Add the decarboxylated cannabis flowers and stir well.
   • Simmer the mixture over low heat for about 2-3 hours. Make sure the mixture does not boil.

2. Strain oil

   • Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove the cannabis flowers from the oil.
   • Pour the cannabis oil into a container and store it in the refrigerator.

Prepare pesto

1. Puree basil, pine nuts and garlic

   • In a blender or food processor, puree the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts and garlic cloves until finely chopped.

2. Stir in cannabis oil

   • Gradually stir the prepared cannabis oil into the basil mixture until a smooth paste forms.

3. Add parmesan and spices

   • Add the grated Parmesan and continue blending until the pesto has a smooth consistency.
   • Season with salt and pepper.

Preparing pasta

1. Cooking pasta

   • Bring a large pot of water to the boil, add plenty of salt and cook the pasta al dente according to the instructions on the packet.

2. Drain

   • Drain the pasta and save some of the cooking water.

Assemble pesto pasta

1. Mix pasta and pesto

   • Return the drained pasta to the pot and add the pesto.
   • Mix well and add some of the pasta cooking water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.

2. Serve

   • Divide the pesto pasta between plates and optionally garnish with fresh cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan.

Enjoy and pay attention to dosage

Start with a small portion to gauge the effect and wait at least 1-2 hours before eating more.

Tips

• Variations: Add other herbs such as parsley or coriander to vary the pesto to your taste.
• Storage: Leftover pesto can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and used within 3-4 days.
• Serving suggestion: This pesto pasta goes perfectly with grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Important NOTE

“What’s in it is in it!” – When it comes to edibles, always pay attention to how much you consume and wait a reasonable amount of time between doses to assess the effect. Never let anyone try or eat your edibles, especially if they don’t know about the ingredients! Always keep edibles locked away and out of the reach of children. Do not operate machinery or drive while under the influence of cannabis. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid any form of cannabis.

Conclusion

This Cannabis-Infused Pesto Pasta is a flavorful and comforting dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner. Decarboxylating the cannabis flowers and producing the cannabis oil are crucial steps to activate the active compounds in the cannabis and incorporate them into the recipe.

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