Recipes Featuring Pecorino Sardo or Parmesan Cheese
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Some say using a blender rather than a food processor results in a smoother puree. When combining pesto with pasta, Ligurians mix a small ladle of the cooking water into the pesto just before adding the noodles; this dilutes the concentrated sauce and helps it adhere to the pasta.
Classic Pesto
This classic pesto sauce is made by blending fresh basil, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. The smooth, flavorful pesto is perfect for tossing with pasta.