Trofiette with basil pesto "alla Genovese"

Trofiette pasta is perfect in almost any dish but we prefer them with basil pesto made according with Genova recipe. You will have just to add grated cheese. It is a tasty recipe from Italian tradition, recommended for refined taste lovers.

Preparation: bring 2 and 3/4 cups (0,65 Liter) of water and 2 tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil to a boil in a large non-stick skillet or pan. Add the contents of the package, cover and cook until most of the water has absorbed. 

Useful tips: serve with extravirgin olive oil and grated Parmesan cheese. Add some fresh parsley, 2 tomatoes and 1/2 diced mozzarella cheese.

Wine suggestion: Brindisi Rosato DOC or medium bodied rosé wine.

Ingredients: durum wheat semolina pasta, basil, pine nuts, salt.