Giusto Sapore Basil Pesto Genovese
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Imported from Italy, Giusto Sapore’s Basil Pesto Genovese is a flavorful blend of fresh basil, garlic, cheese, pine nuts, and extra virgin olive oil.
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IMPORTED FROM ITALY

Pesto Genovese Basil

$9.99

A Genovese-style Italian basil pesto made with basil, garlic and pine nuts. Thick and spoonable, it turns hot linguine into dinner in minutes and brightens pizza, sandwiches and caprese. A 6.34 oz jar. Refrigerate after opening and enjoy within 3 days.

  • No preservatives
  • Made in Italy
Size: 6.3oz
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Complete the dish
  • Basil-forward flavor A bright, herbal pesto built on basil, garlic and pine nuts.
  • Ready from the jar No blender needed. Spoon it straight onto hot pasta.
  • Thick and spoonable A dense texture that loosens with a splash of pasta water.
  • 6.34 oz jar Made in Italy. Enough for about 4 servings of pasta.
MEET THE PESTO

A taste of Liguria, in a jar

Pesto alla genovese comes from Genoa, on Italy's Ligurian coast. The classic is a pounded sauce of basil, garlic, pine nuts, hard cheese and olive oil, traditionally served with thin flat pasta, potatoes and green beans.

Our Genovese-style pesto is built on basil, garlic and pine nuts. It's thick and spoonable straight from the jar, so you can loosen it with a little pasta water and have dinner ready in minutes.

Try it the Ligurian way with Gragnano linguine. Like tomato? Our Sicilian tomato pesto is its sun-dried cousin.

Style
Genovese-style basil pesto
Key flavors
Basil, garlic, pine nuts
Texture
Thick, spoonable
Jar
6.34 oz (180 g)
After opening
Refrigerate, use within 3 days
HOW TO ENJOY IT

Five ways to use pesto

  1. Linguine al pestoWith potatoes and green beans, the Ligurian way. Recipe below.
  2. Pizza and flatbreadSwirl over a hot pizza or use as a base.
  3. CapreseSpoon over fresh mozzarella and tomatoes.
  4. SandwichesSpread on panini with chicken or mozzarella.
  5. Roasted vegetablesToss with roasted potatoes or zucchini.
TRY THIS TONIGHT

Linguine al pesto with potatoes and green beans

The way it's eaten in Liguria. The potato starch makes the pesto extra creamy.

25 minServes 4

Ingredients

  • 1 jar Basil Pesto Genovese
  • 12 oz linguine
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and cut in small cubes
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Grated Parmigiano, to serve

Method

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato and cook for 5 minutes.
  2. Add the linguine and cook for the time on the package. Add the green beans for the last 5 minutes.
  3. Spoon the pesto into a large bowl and loosen with 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
  4. Drain everything, toss with the pesto and a drizzle of olive oil, and serve with Parmigiano.

Don't heat pesto in a pan. The warmth of the pasta is enough and keeps the basil bright.

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THE DETAILS

Everything that goes into it

Ingredients & dietary info

Full ingredients are printed on the label. Questions? Our team is happy to help.

About this product

  • Imported from Italy, Giusto Sapore’s Basil Pesto Genovese is a flavorful blend of fresh basil, garlic, cheese, pine nuts, and extra virgin olive oil.
  • Ensuring the highest quality and authentic Italian flavor, our pesto is made with fresh, hand-picked basil from the Liguria region.
  • Our Basil Pesto features a smooth yet thick texture and herbal, fresh taste.
  • Ready to use with pastas, risottos, vegetables, meats, bruschetta, and fresh mozzarella.
  • All-natural and vegetarian.

Imported from Italy, Giusto Sapore’s gourmet Basil Pesto Genovese celebrates Italian cooking with a centuries-old recipe made by the hands of local artisans from the Liguria region. 

Our all-natural pesto features the freshest basil Italy has to offer, blended with garlic, cheese, pine nuts, and our high-quality olive oil. This full-flavored, ready-to-serve pesto will deliver an authentic taste in every pasta, meat, or vegetable dish.

Storage & care

Refrigerate after opening. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days.

FIND YOUR PESTO

Basil Pesto or Sicilian Tomato Pesto?

We carry two pestos. Here's how they compare.

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Basil Pesto Genovese

Color
Green
Flavor
Herbal, garlicky
Nuts
Pine nuts
Best for
Linguine, pizza, caprese

Sicilian Tomato Pesto

Color
Red
Flavor
Sweet, savory sundried tomato
Nuts
Cashews
Best for
Short pasta, crostini
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Your basil pesto questions, answered

Should I heat the pesto?

No. Toss it with hot pasta and a splash of pasta water. Cooking pesto in a pan dulls the basil.

How much pasta does one jar cover?

About 12 oz to 1 lb of pasta, or roughly 4 servings.

Does it contain nuts or dairy?

Yes. The jar lists pine nuts and states that it contains milk and nuts. It also lists an ingredient derived from egg. Please read the full label on the jar if you have allergies.

What pasta is traditional with pesto?

In Liguria it's served with thin flat pasta like trenette or linguine, often with potatoes and green beans.

How long does it keep after opening?

Refrigerate after opening and use within 3 days. A thin layer of olive oil on top helps keep the color.

Can I send it as a gift?

Absolutely. Build an oil & vinegar box or a jam & antipasti collection on our Gifts page, and add a free handwritten note.

What if something arrives damaged?

Glass travels well with us, but if anything arrives broken, contact us with a photo and we’ll make it right.