The Best Pine Nut Recipes for To Add to This Week's Menu

If you love pine nuts, these recipes are about to become your new favorites. From creamy pasta to cheesy, oven-baked zucchini boats, every dish here is loaded with bold flavor—just right for busy weeknights or when you want to impress. Dig in and see which one your family requests first!

Updated on Fri, 01 May 2026
A bowl of penne pasta coated in rich cream cheese pesto, garnished with extra pine nuts and fresh basil leaves.  Save
A bowl of penne pasta coated in rich cream cheese pesto, garnished with extra pine nuts and fresh basil leaves. | metrochop.com
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Cream Cheese Pesto Pasta

A bowl of penne pasta coated in rich cream cheese pesto, garnished with extra pine nuts and fresh basil leaves.
A bowl of penne pasta coated in rich cream cheese pesto, garnished with extra pine nuts and fresh basil leaves. | metrochop.com

Creamy, silky pesto sauce coats tender pasta, with toasted pine nuts and fresh basil bringing out the boldest flavors. Serve with extra Parmesan for an ultra-comforting meal.

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Cheesy Pesto Zucchini Boats

Cheesy Pesto Zucchini Boats
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"My kids didn’t even realize these were loaded with veggies. The pine nuts add the best crunch! Will definitely make again." —MandyK

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