Cooking 12. March 2025

Homemade basil pesto (Pesto alla Genovese)

Homemade basil pesto, also known as pesto alla Genovese, is an indispensable classic of Italian cuisine. The aromatic pesto made from fresh basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic and olive oil adds an incomparable flavor to any pasta, bread or salad. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can make this delicious pesto at home and enjoy the authentic taste of Italy.

Preparation 5 minutes Preparation 5 minutes

approx. 50 g basil
50 g parmesan
40 g pine nuts
2 cloves of garlic
160 ml olive oil
Salt

Preparation

Toast the pine nuts without oil in a pan and then leave to cool.
Peel the garlic and place in a food processor with the remaining ingredients.
Mix well until you have a creamy mixture.
Season to taste with salt.

The finished pesto can now be poured into jars and placed in the fridge. It should be left there for at least a day before serving. The pesto will keep for about a week in the fridge if you cover the surface with oil.

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