Genoese Pesto
Genoese Pesto is a vibrant, aromatic sauce that captures the essence of fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts, with a rich finish from Parmesan cheese and olive oil. Perfect for pasta lovers and anyone seeking a burst of Mediterranean flavor, it's an easy way to elevate simple dishes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash the basil leaves; make sure they are well dried.
- Put basil in a food processor and grind, adding it bit by bit if necessary. Next, add the rest of the ingredients.
- Process until it looks like creamed spinach (do not puree).
- Serve over pasta.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).