Pesto Genovese

Summary

Yield
Pint
Prep time10 minutes
RegionItaly

Description

Genoese PestoA favorite pasta dressing from Genoa.

This was great with boxed penne pasta, but it was absolutely sublime when made with all the best ingredients to dress Mandilli a Saea (see Fresh Pasta ) for a birthday dinner!

Ingredients

2cbasil (fresh, packed)
1⁄2cParmesan Cheese (fresh grated)
1⁄3cPine Nuts
3clvGarlic
1⁄2cExtra-Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

Combine basil, cheese, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor and blend well. Then add the oil gradually until it is all absorbed.

Notes

When Americans talk about pesto, this is usually what they mean.
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