15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14

Delectable 15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

262

Sugar

Fat

28g

15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce is a classic Italian sauce that has been used for centuries to add flavor to a variety of dishes. The sauce gets its name from the traditional method of aging the sauce for up to 15 years to bring out its full flavor. Pesto sauce is typically made with fresh basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. The sauce is easy to make and can be used to liven up any dish.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, pulse basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic until coarsely chopped.
2.	Drizzle the olive oil in slowly while the machine is running until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
3.	Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and nutmeg, pulsing until the cheese is fully incorporated.
4.	Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

PROS

15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce is perfect for adding flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, or pasta dishes.

The sauce has a long shelf life and can be made in advance for convenience.

CONS

The sauce is high in fat and calories, so it should be used in moderation.

Some people may be sensitive to the pine nuts in the recipe, which can cause an allergic reaction in rare cases.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While 15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce is not particularly healthy, it does contain basil, which has anti-inflammatory properties and is a good source of vitamin K.
The olive oil in the sauce is also rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, which have been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.

	2 cups fresh basil leaves
	1 cup olive oil
	1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
	1/2 cup pine nuts
	2 cloves garlic , crushed
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 dash nutmeg