Classic Pesto Sauce
10 servings
20 minutes
Classic pesto sauce is a true embodiment of Italian culinary tradition dating back to ancient Liguria. It is based on aromatic green basil that adds freshness and summer lightness, complemented by piquant Parmesan and tender pine nuts. This sauce is renowned for its rich texture, perfectly balanced by olive oil that adds velvetiness. Pesto is a versatile culinary companion: it pairs wonderfully with pasta, crostini, and even meat dishes, revealing their flavors in new shades. Its preparation is an art of uniting simple ingredients into harmonious perfection where each component complements the other, creating an unmatched gastronomic masterpiece.
1
Wash the basil and remove excess water.
- Green basil: 50 g
2
Cut the garlic cloves into large pieces.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Grate the parmesan.
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 50 g
4
Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth.
- Green basil: 50 g
- Parmesan (Parmigiano Reggiano): 50 g
- Pine nuts: 3 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 100 ml
- Garlic: 2 cloves
