Pesto alla Genovese Genoese Pesto

The perfect balance between the freshness of basil, the creaminess of pine nuts and cashews, and the rich flavor of PDO cheeses makes Granoro Pesto alla Genovese the ideal sauce for anyone who loves preparing a traditional Italian first course. Simple yet full of character, it stands out thanks to the high quality of its ingredients and our Granoro Dedicato pasta, firm, resilient, and full of flavor because it is made exclusively from durum wheat grown in Puglia.

Only Italian Basil grown in Liguria: the green heart of the recipe

Granoro Pesto is made exclusively with basil grown in Liguria, specifically in the province of Imperia, the region renowned for producing Italy's finest basil.

The basil we use is characterized by its small, tender leaves and intense aroma, giving our Pesto its vibrant green color and unmistakable fragrance.

According to authentic tradition, the pasta shapes best suited to enjoy Pesto alla Genovese are:

-Trofie: perfect thanks to their firm texture and twisted shape.

-Fettuccine or Linguine: beautifully coated by the velvety creaminess of our pesto.

-Fusilli or Casareccia: whose spirals and grooves capture the sauce, enhancing its flavor with every bite.

-Penne Rigate or Mezze Maniche: ideal for holding all the creamy goodness of the pesto.

-Spaghetti or Spaghettoni: for a more contemporary interpretation. Thinned with a little pasta cooking water, our pesto perfectly coats every strand of pasta.

-Potato Gnocchi: a favorite combination for those who enjoy pairing pesto with the delicate flavor of potatoes.