Pesto Genovese
Traditional Genoese pesto with DOP basil, Grana Padano DOP, Pecorino Romano DOP, and extra virgin olive oil
Chef's Recommendations
“This Pesto Genovese captures the vibrant freshness of Ligurian basil — perfect tossed through freshly cooked linguine or spooned over grilled vegetables.”
Chef Alberto Riboldi
Executive Chef, Milan, Italy
Description
An authentic Pesto Genovese crafted with Genoese DOP basil, extra virgin olive oil, Grana Padano DOP, and Pecorino Romano DOP cheeses. Enriched with cashew nuts and pine nuts for depth and creaminess, this pesto delivers the characteristic bright, herbaceous flavour of the Ligurian tradition. Available in both a generous 650g catering jar and a 180g retail jar, it is ready to toss with pasta, spread on bruschetta, or stir into soups. With a 36-month shelf life, it provides consistent quality and convenience for professional kitchens and home cooks alike.
Key Features
- Genoese DOP basil for authentic Ligurian flavour
- Grana Padano DOP and Pecorino Romano DOP cheeses
- Extra virgin olive oil, cashew nuts, and pine nuts
- Available in 650g catering and 180g retail formats
- Shelf life: 36 months in a cool, dry place
Quick Facts
- Shelf life
- 36 months from production date
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light and heat. After opening, cover with oil, refrigerate, and consume within 3 days.
- Ingredients
- Genoese DOP basil, extra virgin olive oil, cashew nuts, Grana Padano DOP (milk, salt, rennet, preservative: lysozyme derived from egg), Pecorino Romano DOP (sheep's milk, salt, rennet), potato flakes, sunflower seed oil, pine nuts, salt, sugar, garlic, acidity regulator: citric acid E330.
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