Pesto sauce

20 servings

10 minutes

Pesto sauce is one of the most famous Italian inventions from sunny Liguria. Its rich flavor unfolds with the harmony of aromatic basil, tender pine nuts, and velvety olive oil. Pesto has a freshness and a slight spiciness, making it an ideal complement to pasta, fish, meat, or simply crispy bread. This sauce not only decorates the dish but also fills it with the spirit of Italian gastronomy. It is easy to prepare – just three steps and you have a thick, rich green elixir that will bring the aroma of the Mediterranean to your table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 29.1
• Proteins: 1.1g
• Fats: 1.8g
• Carbohydrates: 2.4g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 1 l
• Green basil: 500 g
• Pine nuts: 60 g
• Salt: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g

Cooking steps

1. Wash all the ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 l
   • Green basil: 500 g
   • Pine nuts: 60 g
   • Salt: 5 g
   • Sugar: 10 g

2. Chop for convenience and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 l
   • Green basil: 500 g
   • Pine nuts: 60 g
   • Salt: 5 g
   • Sugar: 10 g

3. Blend with a blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 l
   • Green basil: 500 g
   • Pine nuts: 60 g
   • Salt: 5 g
   • Sugar: 10 g