Classic Pesto and some Classy Variations – How to make the Perfect Pesto. The word pesto literally means pounded. So although there’s a common belief that pesto should be made with basil, there are plenty of rather delicious alternatives around. Classic Genoese pesto is, of course, made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and […]
Perfect Pesto
Italians do it better – Pesto World Championships, Genoa, Italy: It stands to reason that Italians should make the best Pesto in the World. A simple fusion of two kinds of cheese, garlic, basil, olive oil, pine nuts and salt sounds on the face of it like something that could easily be recreated anywhere. But, […]
Autumnal Feasting New Covent Garden Market – Cobnut Pesto Recipe
Cobnut Pesto – Seasonal Recipe from New Covent Garden Market: There’s a chill in the air in the morning now, the nights are drawing in and trees turning gold. Autumn is upon us, even if we do have the occasional Indian Summer. There’s something of a glut of fresh fruit and vegetables too at the […]