Pesto

Prep Time

5 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Yield

Serves 4

Description

Most ingredients are available in the market!

Ingredients

2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
1 1/2 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup Pine Nuts
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, Grated
1/2 cup Pecorino Cheese, Grated
1 tsp Garlic, Chopped

Method of Preparation

  1. The best way to prepare pesto is by hand with a mortar and pestle.
  2. Just add all ingredients and smash.
  3. You can also save a lot of time by using a food processor.
  4. Just add all of the ingredients to the processor and process until smooth.

Recipe Source

Tales of Risotto, Culinary Adventures from Villa d’Este by Jean Govoni Salvadore and Luciano Parolari

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