Classic Genoese Pesto
Sauces and Marinades | Italian cuisine
⏳ Time
15 minutes
🥕 Ingredients
7
🍽️ Servings
8
Description
The recipe was shared with us by an official information portal about tourism and events in Genoa, visitgenoa.com.
Ingredients
- Basil - 14.1 oz
- Parmesan Cheese - 2.1 oz
- Grated Pecorino Pepato Cheese - 1.4 oz
- Olive Oil - 2 fl oz
- Flaky sea salt - 0.4 oz
- Pistachios - 1.1 oz
- Garlic - 2 cloves
Step by Step guide
Step 1
Separate the basil leaves from the stems, wash them, and pat them dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
Step 2
Place the garlic in a bowl along with a few grains of salt and mash it with a pestle. Add the pine nuts and blend again.
Step 3
Add the basil leaves, then combine the two cheeses and mix everything together.
Step 4
Slowly add the olive oil to the mixture until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
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