Pesto Trapanese recipe
Learn how to make Pesto Trapanese, a Sicilian specialty. Fresh tomatoes, almonds, and basil make the perfect sauce for pasta lovers.
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 1 lb cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cherry tomatoes, basil, Parmesan, almonds, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until a coarse paste forms.
- While the machine is running, gradually pour in the olive oil until the pesto achieves your preferred consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss the pesto with hot, cooked pasta or use it as a spread on bruschetta.
