Basil Pesto

Armanino pestos have set the standard in foodservice for decades. Our classic Basil Pesto combines the bold flavors of fresh basil, Parmesan and garlic in a bright green, perfectly balanced sauce you’ll be proud to serve and use back-of-house as an ingredient.

Our Basil Pesto is ready to use “straight-up” tossed with fettuccine or other noodles to make a classic pasta al pesto. But that’s just the beginning. It’s a hard-working flavor-starter you can turn to again and again as a base for your own signature sauces, dressings and preparations.

  • Add cream or other ingredients to create custom pasta sauces
  • Blend with mayo, Greek-style yogurt, sour cream or other ingredients to make spreads and condiments for sandwiches, burgers and crostini
  • Add to vinaigrettes and other dressings to add bold flavor and fresh visual appeal
  • Toss with hot or cold pasta, grains and veggies to make on-trend salads and bowls
  • Add to sautés, braises and stews to save the labor of chopping garlic and herbs
  • Use as a pizza sauce or finishing condiment for contemporary Mediterranean pizzas and flatbreads
  • Thin with a little olive oil and use as a finishing sauce for drizzling on soups, grilled foods, salads, bowls, sandwiches, flatbreads and more

Basil Pesto Inspiration

Loaded Deli Sandwich

We load up our deli sandwiches with turkey breast, soppressata, prosciutto, goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, mayo and Basil Pesto for a fresh and satisfying sandwich.

Rigatoni with Fresh Ricotta & Basil Pesto

Combine cooked rigatoni, Armanino Basil Pesto and sauteed baby tomatoes. Take it up a notch with a drizzle of EVOO and a dollop of fresh ricotta.

Puff Pastry Wrapped Brie

Place brie wheel on rolled-out puff pastry, and top brie with Armanino Basil Pesto. Wrap brie with puff pastry and bake till golden and soft. Top with a drizzle of Basil Pesto.

Meatball Sub Sandwich

Fill a sub roll with meatballs and top with marinara and sliced provolone. Bake until hot and the provolone cheese is melted. Finish with a drizzle of Basil Pesto.

Burrata Burger

Grill the perfect burger patty and top with burrata, slices of heirloom tomatos, arugula. Slather a mixture of Basil Pesto and mayonnaise on a ciabatta bun.

Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Spread a creamy Basil Pesto aioli on lightly toasted ciabatta bread and top with lettuce, grilled chicken, tomatoes, slices of fresh mozzarella cheese.