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The secret to a perfect basil pesto

Basil pesto is a condiment much loved in Italy but also in the world. Its bright green color makes the pasta unique in its kind.

But have you ever wondered how to make a perfect basil pesto? When blending the basil with the other ingredients, care must be taken not to oxidize the leaves, or make them turn from bright green to an uninviting brown.

In this gallery, we explain with some tricks how to make a bright green pesto at home.

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The secret to a perfect basil pesto
In this gallery we explain how to make a perfect basil pesto.
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Take fresh basil leaves, 70 g
Wash each leaf and dry well.
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The real basil pesto involves the use of a clove of garlic
But it is possible not to put it. Pesto will be easier to digest.
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If you don't have a mortar at home, use the blender
Put the basil leaves and garlic cloves inside the blender.
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Take the pine nuts, 30 g
Blend or crush the pine nuts together with the basil.
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Add plenty of Parmesan, 50 g
The Parmesan cheese will have to blend with the rest of the ingredients.
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Add extra virgin olive oil 70 g
EVO oil will give the pesto the right creaminess.
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A little secret? Two ice cubes!
It will help the pesto to remain a bright green.
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Another secret
Two / three grains of coarse salt, blended together with the rest.
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Season the pasta!
The perfect pasta? Linguine or spaghetti! Enjoy your meal!
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