Pesto Alla Genovese
Elevate your culinary repertoire with the timeless classic, Pesto Alla Genovese, a vibrant and aromatic Italian sauce that showcases the freshest ingredients and traditional techniques. Made with fragrant fresh basil leaves, rich pine nuts, zesty garlic, and a blend of grated Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses, this authentic recipe is carefully crafted in a mortar and pestle to preserve its signature texture and flavor. Finished with a drizzle of premium extra virgin olive oil, this creamy, herbaceous pesto is perfect for tossing with pasta, spreading on crusty bread, or using as a dip for roasted vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a simple yet sophisticated homemade sauce that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. Perfect for food lovers seeking a quick, healthy, and versatile recipe!
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Ingredients
- 50 grams Fresh basil leaves
- 30 grams Pine nuts
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 20 grams Pecorino cheese, grated
- 100 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Coarse sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash the basil leaves gently with cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Ensure they are completely dry to avoid excess moisture in the sauce.
Step 2
In a mortar and pestle, add the garlic cloves and coarse sea salt. Crush the garlic into a paste.
Step 3
Add the pine nuts to the mortar and pound them into the garlic paste until smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the basil leaves to the mortar in batches, grinding them gently and using a circular motion until they are well combined and a vibrant green paste is formed.
Step 5
Stir in the grated Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is evenly combined.
Step 6
Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while mixing continuously to create a creamy and emulsified sauce.
Step 7
Taste the pesto and adjust the salt level if needed. Avoid over-salting as the cheeses already provide a salty flavor.
Step 8
Use immediately with your favorite pasta, bread, or vegetables, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To store longer, cover the surface of the pesto with a thin layer of olive oil and freeze in small portions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (241g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1228.3 |
| Total Fat 128.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.2g | |
| Cholesterol 48.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2691.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 24.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 604.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 423.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories