Description
A favorite pasta dressing from Genoa.
This was great with boxed penne pasta, but it was absolutely sublime when made with all the best ingredients to dress Mandilli a Saea (see Fresh Pasta ) for a birthday dinner!
Region
Yield
1 Pint
Preparation time
10 minutes
Ingredients
2 c basil (fresh, packed)
1⁄2 c Parmesan Cheese (fresh grated)
1⁄3 c Pine Nuts
3 clv Garlic
1⁄2 c Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
Combine basil, cheese, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor and blend well. Then add the oil gradually until it is all absorbed.
Notes
When Americans talk about pesto, this is usually what they mean.