You see it sold in jars in the pasta sauce aisle and have probably spotted it on restaurant menus starring in everything from grain bowls to sandwiches to steak entrées. But what is pesto, exactly, ...

Pesto is a wonderful sauce to make, not just because of how packed with flavor it is but also because of how wonderful the kitchen smells after. An Italian food item with a history that goes back to ...

A bold, fresh pasta salad for sunny days and hearty cravings This red pesto pasta salad isn’t just another side dish—it’s a full-on flavor explosion perfect for spring and summer. Made with hearty ...

There is nothing unusual about grabbing a couple of cans of tomatoes off the shelf to make a pasta sauce, particularly in the winter when tomatoes are offseason. That’s where this recipe starts. But ...

Familiar green basil pesto with pine nuts and Parmesan is a favorite of many. Here's another, a bright red version whirred with tomatoes. The two tell a story of Northern vs. Southern Italy. The ...

These cheesy, crispy little spirals, somewhere between pizza and cheese straws, are made with all-butter puff pastry, which is essential for the best taste and crunch. Red pesto that forms the filling ...

When it comes to pesto, everyone's go-to use is pasta. Could anything be better? Probably not, but that's just where the fun starts with the tasty green sauce. There are plenty of deliciously creative ...