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About Pesto Genovese Pizza
Pizza Name: Pesto Genovese
Originates from: Italy
I have tried to research exactly where they came from, or are most popular. Let me know any corrections if you disagree with the above country choice.
Pizza Type: Vegetarian
Base Sauce: White
There are two types of base sauces which distinguish different types of pizza. Red, which normally means tomato or chill sauce, and white, which is often either olive oil, cheese or a cream sauce. White sauce pizzas are referred to as Pizza Bianca, and red sauce pizzas are categorised as Pizza Rossa.
Pesto Genovese Pizza Toppings
Here is a list of the typical toppings on a Pesto Genovese Pizza. Some variations may occur from place to place.
- Pesto Geneovese
- Mozzarella
- Di Bufala
- Olive Oil
Pesto Genovese Recipes
Want to make Pesto Genovese at home? Here are some great recipes we’ve found;
https://bosskitchen.com/pizza-al-pesto-genovese/
https://idahopotato.com/recipes/pizza-genovese
Famous Quote
Every pizza is a personal pizza if you try hard and believe in yourself. – Bill Murray
Other Pizzas
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