Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)

Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)

Use a mortar and pestle to make authentic pesto Genoese, a smooth paste of basil, garlic, Italian cheeses, and extra-virgin olive oil.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
225 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.
Step 2
Mix Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and pecorino Romano cheese using a wooden spoon. Stir in olive oil until pesto is blended.
Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)
Pesto Genovese (Authentic Italian Basil Pesto)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, or more to taste
  • 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1.5 tablespoons grated pecorino Romano cheese

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