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Fusilli Genovese
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine 2 cups of fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup pine nuts, and 3 cloves of garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
- With the food processor running, slowly pour in 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked fusilli pasta with the prepared pesto sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve the fusilli genovese in individual bowls, garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious fusilli genovese!
Fusilli Genovese is a classic Italian pasta dish originating from the Liguria region, particularly Genoa. This flavorful dish features spiral-shaped pasta tossed in a vibrant pesto sauce made with fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. The dish is a celebration of the region's abundant herbs and olive oil. Renowned chefs like Massimo Bottura and Gennaro Contaldo have popularized this dish, and it has become a staple in Italian restaurants worldwide. For an authentic experience, visit Genoa or the Liguria region to savor the best version of this dish. The key to a perfect Fusilli Genovese lies in using high-quality, fresh ingredients for the pesto sauce.
25 min
4
450 calories
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