Introduction by Chef Anubhav

"Pesto is a popular pasta sauce which has a rich green colour. Using Millac Gold Single adds a creaminess to the sauce and really enhances the traditional recipe."

Ingredients for Pesto

• 150g pine nuts 
• 120g baby spinach 
• 240g fresh basil 
• 20g garlic cloves 
• 450g olive oil 
• salt & pepper to taste

Ingredients for Pesto Sauce

• 1000g Millac Gold Single
• 30g olive oil 
• salt & pepper to taste
• 980g pesto 
• 1 chicken stock cube

Method

Pesto:

1. Heat the pine nuts in a pan until golden. 
2. Blend the pine nuts with the rest of the ingredients in a food processor until smooth. 

Pesto Sauce:

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan.
2. Add the crushed black pepper and roast.
3. Add in the pesto, chicken stock and the Millac Gold Single and bring to a boil.
4. Season with salt.
5. Add pasta as required.

Steeped in Irish heritage, this recipe is inspired by and celebrates our rich traditions. Enjoy!