
Genoese pesto with Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse
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.
Ingredients
- Fresh basil
50g50g - Parmigiano reggiano vacche rosse
50g50g - Pine nuts
15g15g - Garlic
3g3g - Ligurian extra virgin olive oil
70mL70mL - Coarse salt
4g4g
Purchasable products
Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse 24 Months (approx. 1 KG)
1 product1 product € 29.50
Preparation
- STEP 1 OF 7
Gently wash the basil leaves and dry them without rubbing.
- STEP 2 OF 7
In a mortar, crush the garlic with the coarse salt until you obtain a paste.
- STEP 3 OF 7
Add the pine nuts and work until you get a homogeneous paste.
- STEP 4 OF 7
Add the basil little by little, crushing with circular movements until you obtain a green and aromatic mixture.
- STEP 5 OF 7
Incorporate the grated Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse and mix thoroughly.
- 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.
- 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
Attention
Macronutrients (100 gr)
Attention
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 |
- Proteins12.03g·19%
- Carbohydrates1.77g·3%
- Fats47.89g·76%
- Fibers1.74g·3%