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Pesto Recipe
How to make Pesto and keep it.
- 4 cups fresh basil washed and dried
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp rock salt
- 1/2 or more extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup Pignoli nuts(40 grams)
- 1/3 or more cup to taste Parmigiano Reggiano cheese or Pecorino Romano
The pesto can be made in multiple ways. I like to use a Mortar and Pestle if I’m making the recipe above. If you’re making larger batches use an immersion blender or food processor, adding the olive oil last.
Step#1 In the mortar, grind the garlic and salt first to create a smooth paste.
Step#2 Add a handful of basil at a time continue crushing to cream.
Step#3 Add your pignoli and do the same.
Step#4 Include your cheese until all well mixed.
Step#5 Now is time to add your extra virgin olive oil.
Your Pesto is ready!
Boil your favorite pasta and add the Pesto until well coated.Buon Appetito!Store the leftover Pesto covered in oil. Pesto can be used in a tomato salad, spread over bread, in a grilled chicken sandwich, and 100s of other ways.
