Pesto Genovese
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Végétarien Sans gluten Italian

Pesto Genovese

A bright, traditional Ligurian basil pesto made with fragrant basil, toasted pine nuts, aged cheeses, garlic, and extra-virgin olive oil. Its vivid color and fresh, savory flavor make it ideal for pasta, vegetables, sandwiches, and more.

18 min 6 portions Medium
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Comment préparer

1
Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking the pan often, until lightly golden and fragrant. Transfer them to a plate and cool for 5 minutes.
2
Add the cooled pine nuts, garlic, basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, and salt to a food processor. Pulse 8 to 10 times until the basil is finely chopped but not puréed.
3
With the processor running, pour in the olive oil in a slow, steady stream over about 30 seconds. Stop to scrape down the bowl once, then pulse briefly until the sauce is cohesive and still has a little texture.
Bowl of glossy homemade Pesto Genovese with visible basil, cheese, and pine nut flecks Image générée par IA
4
Taste and adjust the salt if needed. Let the pesto stand for 5 minutes so the garlic and cheeses settle into the basil, then serve at room temperature or spoon into an airtight container for storage.

Pourquoi cette recette fonctionne

Briefly toasting the pine nuts adds depth without overpowering the basil, while pulsing the ingredients and adding oil gradually creates a smooth but lively sauce with balanced herbal, salty, nutty, and savory notes.

Conservation et réchauffage

Comment la conserver

Transfer the pesto to an airtight container, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze in small portions for up to 3 months.

Comment la réchauffer

Do not reheat the pesto directly. Bring it close to room temperature, then loosen it with a spoonful of warm water or warm pasta water before serving.

Nutrition / portion

287kcal
4,80 gprotéines
1,72 gglucides
29,76 glipides
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Publiée le 17 août 2026 · mise à jour le 17 août 2026