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Spaghetti with Pantesco Pesto

Spaghetti with Pantesco Pesto

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Pantesco pesto is a Sicilian variant of the classic Genoese pesto, originating from the city of Pantelleria. It is characterized by a fresh and Mediterranean taste, thanks to the use of basil, capers, pine nuts, and olive oil. This first course is perfect for a light lunch or a summer dinner.

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking: 10 min
Preparation: 10 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Spaghetti type pasta280G
  • For the pesto:
  • Basil50G
  • Capers in brine60G
  • Pine nuts50G
  • Grated parmesan cheese (or grated pecorino romano cheese)40G
  • Extra virgin olive oil4Tablespoons
  • Garlic1Clove
  • Saltto taste

Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 6

    Place the drained capers from the brine, basil, pine nuts, garlic clove, and oil in a blender

  2. STEP 2 OF 6

    When the mixture is smooth, add the Parmesan (or Pecorino Romano if you prefer a stronger taste)

  3. STEP 3 OF 6

    This pesto is suitable for dressing any type of short or long pasta, even egg pasta

  4. STEP 4 OF 6

    Simple spaghetti works perfectly too

  5. STEP 5 OF 6

    The pesto can be stored for several days in the fridge in a glass container

  6. STEP 6 OF 6

    This way, the pesto improves and becomes more flavorful

Suggestions

  • Blender

  • Pan

General Information

Origin

Italia, Sicilia

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)354.3
Carbohydrates (g)39.63
of which Sugars (g)2.44
Fat (g)16.71
of which Saturates (g)3.06
Protein (g)12.84
Fiber (g)1.99
Sale (g)0.31
  • Proteins
    12.84g·18%
  • Carbohydrates
    39.63g·56%
  • Fats
    16.71g·23%
  • Fibers
    1.99g·3%