Pasta al Pesto Genovese

Liguria's Pesto Genovese delivers a flavor intensity that outperforms simpler basil-based sauces, thanks to its protected seven-ingredient formula: Genovese basil from the Praa Levante microclimate, Ligurian extra-virgin olive oil, pine nuts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Sardo, garlic, and coarse salt. Pounded in a marble mortar (not blended) to preserve texture, the sauce adheres best to trofie or trenette pasta, never penne — a pairing that achieves a 95% coating rate in traditional recipes.