The Best Pesto Alla Genovese (Classic Basil Pesto Sauce)

Name: The Best Pesto Alla Genovese (Classic Basil Pesto Sauce)
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 medium cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons (30g) pine nuts; 3 ounces basil leaves (from about a 4-ounce bunch), washed with water still clinging to the leaves; Coarse sea salt, as needed; 3/4 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) grated Parmigiano Reggiano; 3/4 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) Pecorino Fiore Sardo; 3/4 cup (175ml) mildly flavored extra-virgin olive oil

Prep 30m

Total 30m

This classic pesto alla Genovese is made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and two types of cheese, all blended together with high-quality olive oil. The result is a rich, aromatic sauce that is perfect for tossing with pasta or spreading on sandwiches. A staple in Italian cuisine.

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Ingredients

(Servings: 4)

2 medium cloves garlic

2 tablespoons (30g) pine nuts

3 ounces basil leaves (from about a 4-ounce bunch), washed with water still clinging to the leaves

Coarse sea salt, as needed

3/4 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) grated Parmigiano Reggiano

3/4 ounce (about 2 tablespoons) Pecorino Fiore Sardo

3/4 cup (175ml) mildly flavored extra-virgin olive oil

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

220kcal

11%
Fat

23g

1%
Saturated Fat

4g

0%
Carbohydrates

1g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

2g

0%
Cholesterol

7mg

0%
Sodium

19mg

0%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

The Best Pesto Alla Genovese (Classic Basil Pesto Sauce)

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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