Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
6 cup

basil

loosely packed

0.33 cup

pine nuts

italian

0.33 unit

garlic

clove

0.5 cup

olive oil

ligurian

1 tsp

sea salt

0.33 cup

parmesian reggiano

0.33 cup

pecorino sardo

Step 1
~2 min

Chill blender in freezer.

Step 2
~2 min

Soak basil leaves in water for 5 minutes.

Step 3
~2 min

Combine pine nuts and garlic in the chilled blender.

Step 4
~2 min

Cover nuts and garlic with olive oil.

Step 5
~2 min

Puree until nuts are very finely chopped and mixture is creamy.

Step 6
~2 min

Add salt.

Step 7
~2 min

Lift basil from water and shake dry.

Step 8
~2 min

Add basil to blender in 4 additions, pulsing until smooth and bright green after each addition.

Step 9
~2 min

Add Parmesan Reggiano and Pecorino Sardo cheese.

Step 10
~2 min

Pulse again until cheeses are fully incorporated.

Step 11
~2 min

Transfer pesto to a container.

Step 12
~2 min

Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother pesto, blanch the basil leaves briefly before blending.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pasta

Use as a dip for vegetables

Spread on crostini

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pasta
Grilled vegetables
Bruschetta

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Liguria, Italy

Cultural Significance

A staple sauce of Ligurian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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