Gordon Ramsay Pesto Sauce Recipe
Do you love fresh pasta? You need a great sauce. This Gordon Ramsay Pesto Sauce Recipe is the best.
Equipment
- Food processor
- Small frying pan.
- Sharp knife
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups
- Glass Jar
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Basil
- 3 tbsp Pine Nuts
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano
- 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Toast the Pine Nuts
- Put a pan on medium heat. Add the nuts. Shake the pan often. Do not let them burn. They should look golden brown. This takes three minutes. Let them cool down.
- Prep the Garlic and Basil
- Wash your basil leaves well. Pat them dry with a towel. Peel your garlic cloves. Chop them into smaller pieces. This helps the machine work better.
- Blend the Base
- Put basil into the food processor. Add the toasted pine nuts. Toss in the garlic. Pulse the machine a few times. The mix should look like coarse crumbs.
- Add the Cheese
- Add the Parmesan and Pecorino. Pulse the machine again. The smell will be amazing now. The cheese helps create a thick paste.
- Drizzle the Oil
- Keep the motor running slowly. Pour the olive oil in a stream. Watch the texture change. Stop when it looks smooth and creamy.
- Season and Finish
- Add salt and pepper. Pour in the lemon juice. Pulse one last time. Taste your sauce. Add more salt if you need it.
Notes
➜ Always use the freshest basil leaves available.
➜ Toast nuts slowly to avoid a bitter taste.
➜ Do not over-process the sauce into liquid.
➜ Use high-quality oil for a better mouthfeel.
➜ Grate your own cheese for a smoother melt.
➜ Add a tiny bit of water for pasta.