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RECIPE OF THE MONTH INGREDIENT OF THE MONTH DOLCI BABBO MENU |
BUSH BASIL AND PESTO Bush Basil It is a dwarf plant with tiny fine, glossy leaves. Very compact and sturdy, bush basil has an almost bonsai-like appearance and it’s aroma has hints of cinnamon, clove and anise. It is the preferred variety of basil to use when making pesto, especially in Liguria and Ligurians almost make a religion of their devotion to pesto sauce and its main ingredient, fresh basil. Pesto derives from the Latin term, pestire that literally translates “to mash” or “to crush”. There is no uniformity of opinion as to the best recipe for pesto. Every village and every family has their own recipe for pesto. However, the basic ingredients common to all pesto in Italy include basil, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, pine nuts and grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino. These ingredients can either be crushed traditionally, by using a mortar and pestle, or pulsed with the aid of a food processor. |
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