Pesto Recipes - How to Cook With Pesto
Pesto is a delicious accompaniment to many dishes. Explore the best pesto recipes HelloFresh has to offer.
Pesto Recipes from HelloFresh
Pesto Recipes
There are so many recipes you can make with pesto, from classic Italian pastas to mouthwatering burgers.
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Pesto Pasta Recipes
There’s nothing like a simple pesto pasta recipe to please everyone around your table. Find your new go-to pesto pasta recipe today!
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Green Pesto Recipes
Blending the fresh flavour of basil with the sharpness of garlic, the richness of Parmesan and the nuttiness of pine nuts, it’s no surprise our green pesto recipes are so popular.
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Vegetarian Pesto Recipes
From creamy veg pastas to pesto risottos and raviolis, there’s a vegetarian pesto recipe everyone will love.
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Red Pesto Recipes
Combining sweet, roasted red peppers with the warmth of garlic, tomatoes and the subtle heat of chilli peppers, red pesto recipes are some of our most popular.
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Pesto Recipes FAQs
How to store pesto?
When freshly made with no preservatives, pesto sauce should be kept in a sealed, airtight container such as a jar. It can then be stored in the refrigerator for about a week.
Can you freeze pesto?
Yes, pesto can be frozen. To do so, the ideal method is to scoop servings into an ice cube tray – this makes smaller portions to handle when defrosting. As an alternative, use plastic freezer bags to store manageable quantities of sauce in the freezer. When frozen, it will keep for around 6 months. To freeze it for longer, use a small jar or plastic container – this will keep for up to 12 months.
Is pesto healthy?
Pesto can be eaten in addition to a balanced diet due to its use of ingredients like fresh herbs, nuts and olive oil, providing beneficial nutrients. However, its calorie and fat content should be consumed in moderation.
Is pesto vegetarian?
Traditional pesto contains Parmesan, which may use animal rennet, making it non-vegetarian. Vegetarian versions use rennet-free cheese or alternatives.
What does pesto taste like?
Pesto has a fresh, herbaceous taste with garlicky, nutty, and cheesy flavors, balanced by olive oil.
How do I use pesto?
Use pesto as a pasta sauce, sandwich spread, pizza topping, or mix it into dips and salads.
Can you eat pesto cold?
Yes, pesto can be eaten cold, especially in pasta salads or as a spread.
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