Genovese sauce

Also known as pesto, this green sauce made of fresh basil leaves, parsley, pine nuts, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and Parmesan or romano cheese. It may be used as sauce as well as a seasoning to other dishes, or as part of topping for appetizers. There are several variations; notably in Sicily, tomato is added and basil omitted. 
Category:Sauces
Category:Italian Food Glossary