Classic Pistou

5.0 (1967 reviews)

Paula Wolfert makes a version of the Provençal sauce pistou (a relative of pesto) that bucks tradition with the addition of grated tomatoes and hard cheese. Use it in the French soup called pistou de Marseille or serve it with grilled meats or vegetables.

Total Time20

Servings?

929

Caloriesper serving

Nutrition Information

929

Calories

85 g

Fat

14 g

Carbs

32 g

Protein

4 g

Fiber

7 g

Sugar

Ingredients

1 tablespoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
4 1/2 cups basil leaves, torn into pieces (2 ounces)
1/4 cup coarsely grated plum tomatoes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup finely grated Mimolette or slightly aged Gouda (3 ounces)

Instructions

1In a large mortar, pound the garlic with the salt to a paste. Add the basil by the handful and grind the leaves against the side of the mortar until almost smooth. Stir in the tomatoes, then gradually stir in the olive oil until it's incorporated. Stir in the cheese and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Recipe from Food & Wine

https://www.foodandwine.com/classic-pistou-6420948

Classic Pistou

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