Classic Pesto

Method

1. 1

   Gather ingredients: 50 g fresh basil leaves, 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil, 30 g pine nuts, 2 cloves garlic, 30 g grated parmesan cheese, 30 g grated pecorino romano cheese, 1 g salt. Tools needed: blender, rubber spatula, small bowl.

2. 2

   Place basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic in blender. Blend until a paste forms, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.

3. 3

   Add parmesan, pecorino, and salt to the blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth.

4. 4

   Transfer the finished pesto to a small bowl for serving.