Easy
16 min
Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)
asian
european
greek
italian
korean
mediterranean
middle eastern region
thai
sauce
snack
savory
umami
easy
fast
Prep
10 min
Cook
6 min
Total
16 min
Ingredients (6)
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste
g
2 tablespoons pine nuts
g
1 bunch fresh basil leaves
g
½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
g
1 ½ tablespoons grated pecorino Romano cheese
g
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
g
Nutrition
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fat
carbs
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Instructions
1
Crush garlic using a mortar and pestle. Add pine nuts; crush with the garlic. Add basil leaves gradually, making circular movements with the pestle, until a smooth paste forms.
2
Mix Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and pecorino Romano cheese using a wooden spoon. Stir in olive oil until pesto is blended.