Pesto is a summer snack sparkly, and it is that basil has a freshness and a perfume that allows any simple meal to become great. Sophisticated even, even if it is the simplest thing in the world.
Although you can buy pesto at the supermarket, I recommend that you make it at home, not only because it is more beneficial to eat homemade products, but also because it is cheaper and you can make a larger quantity that allows you to store it in the refrigerator to enjoy it forever. more time.
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Fresh basil can be found in abundance at markets, supermarkets, and fairs or farmer’s fairs during the spring and especially in the summer.
In addition it good pesto is that, despite being so rich and sophisticated on the palate, it is very simple to prepare, since it is only necessary to remove the stems of the basils and put the leaves in a food processor with nuts and garlic.
After that, all that remains is to put the oil and that’s it, you already have the best company for pasta, chicken or fish. As well as to prepare those exquisite gourmet sandwiches with, for example, arugula and goat cheese. a delight!
pesto ingredients
2 cups fresh basil leaves (stems removed)
2 tablespoons of pine nuts or walnuts (some people prefer it with a touch of peanuts)
2 large garlic cloves
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation of the pesto
Combine basil leaves, pine nuts or walnuts, and garlic in a food processor and process until very finely chopped.
With the machine running, slowly drip in the oil and process until the mixture is smooth.
Add the grated cheese and process very briefly, just long enough to combine.
CLEVER!
Now you just have to store in refrigerator or freezer.
You know what is entertaining?
If you pack it nicely you can give it to someone to share this recipe and make a nice gift.
IDEA: cheese sandwich with pesto
In a sliced bread, white or integral, you add a little pesto to the sides of the bread.
Then you put vegetables, such as arugula or lettuce leaves, some tomato slices, chopped olives and fresh cheese or goat cheese on top.
That sandwich will be the one that best accompanies you on hot afternoons, when you get home and want to relax.
Give that sandwich a nice name and so you will remember this article forever 😉 We tell you Sanguchito because we do it in the afternoon almost at the end of the day as a snack.
Try it, you’ll love it.