2. Ingredients for Pumpkin Pesto
To prepare about 4 portions of pumpkin pesto, you will need the following ingredients:
2.1 Basic Ingredients
300 g pumpkin (preferably butternut squash or Mantua)
50 g grated parmesan cheese
30 g pine nuts (or hazelnuts)
1 clove garlic (optional)
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon juice (optional, for a touch of freshness)
Aromatic herbs (such as rosemary or sage, optional)
2.2 Tools Needed
Pan for cooking the pumpkin
Blender or immersion blender
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
3. Making the Pumpkin Pesto
3.1 Gathering the Tools Needed
Make sure you have all the tools you need for the preparation.
3.2 Preparing the Pumpkin
Cleaning the Pumpkin:
Peel and cut the pumpkin into cubes of about 2 cm. This will help it cook evenly.
