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Genoese pesto with Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse

Genoese pesto with Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse

@vandelli-formaggi

A great Ligurian classic reinterpreted with the prestigious Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse, which gives the pesto a richer aromatic profile and a unique persistence on the palate. The freshness of the basil, the roundness of the pine nuts, and the character of the Parmigiano Vacche Rosse come together in a creamy sauce, perfect for enhancing pasta, gnocchi, trofie, or simply enjoyed on toasted bread.

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking: 0 min
Preparation: 10 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Fresh basil50g
  • Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse
    Parmigiano reggiano vacche rosse50g
  • Pine nuts15g
  • Garlic3g
  • Ligurian extra virgin olive oil70mL
  • Coarse salt4g

Purchasable products

  • Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse 24 Months (approx. 1 KG)

    Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse 24 Months (approx. 1 KG)

    1 product
    29.50

Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 7

    Gently wash the basil leaves and dry them without rubbing.

  2. STEP 2 OF 7

    In a mortar, crush the garlic with the coarse salt until you obtain a paste.

  3. STEP 3 OF 7

    Add the pine nuts and work until you get a homogeneous paste.

  4. STEP 4 OF 7

    Add the basil little by little, crushing with circular movements until you obtain a green and aromatic mixture.

  5. STEP 5 OF 7

    Incorporate the grated Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse and mix thoroughly.

  6. STEP 6 OF 7

    Pour in the extra virgin olive oil in a thin stream, working the pesto until it becomes creamy and well blended.

  7. STEP 7 OF 7

    Use immediately or store in the refrigerator covered with a thin layer of oil.

General Information

Storage notes

Store in the refrigerator, covered with a thin layer of extra virgin olive oil, for up to 2 days. Do not freeze.

Origin

Italia, Liguria

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)489.19
Carbohydrates (g)1.77
of which Sugars (g)1.76
Fat (g)47.89
of which Saturates (g)10.33
Protein (g)12.03
Fiber (g)1.74
Sale (g)0.97
  • Proteins
    12.03g·19%
  • Carbohydrates
    1.77g·3%
  • Fats
    47.89g·76%
  • Fibers
    1.74g·3%