Maro - Bean Pesto

To prepare a delicious sauce that will transform any culinary dish, we start by crushing a fragrant combination of ingredients in a mortar. It is essential to carefully choose the garlic, which adds a note of intensity and character. We take a few cloves of garlic, depending on personal preferences, and peel them. We add, alongside the garlic, a pinch of salt, which will help to release the flavors. Fresh mint leaves are what will give our sauce a refreshing flavor, so don't hesitate to use green and tender leaves, full of essential oils.

With the help of a pestle, we begin to crush the garlic, salt, and mint leaves, combining them into a smooth paste. If you're in a hurry and don't have time to use the mortar, a blender might be a quick solution, but the texture and aroma obtained in the mortar are unmatched. This mint and garlic paste will become the base of our sauce.

Once we have a fine paste, we add grated Parmesan cheese, a cheese with an intense flavor that will add a note of umami to the sauce. The amount of Parmesan can vary according to personal preferences; more Parmesan will make the sauce heartier and richer. We mix all the ingredients well until they combine perfectly, and the texture becomes uniform.

The next step is to add the extra virgin olive oil, drizzling it gradually into the mixture. This will transform our paste into a softer and creamier sauce. We continue to mix until the sauce achieves a velvety consistency that will coat the dishes we will serve with it.

This sauce is versatile and can be used as a dressing for salads, a side for meat or fish, or even as a dip for fresh vegetables. The flavors blend perfectly, and the final result will be a sauce that impresses with its freshness and richness. Ready to be savored, this sauce will bring a touch of refinement and flavor to every meal.

Don't forget to taste and adjust the ingredients according to your preferences to obtain a personalized sauce that reflects your culinary style.