Liguria’s crown jewel — pesto alla genovese —
 
is one of those sauces that feels like it carries the crisp breeze of the Italian Riviera. This northern Italian classic blends fresh basil, rich pine nuts, and sharp cheese into a vibrant, emerald‑green sauce that’s both intensely fragrant and velvety. Paired with chewy, handmade fresh trofie, the sauce truly comes alive. These short, twisted spirals are crafted by hand to create a chewy satisfying texture with perfect grooves that catch and hold every drop of sauce. Served either hot or cold as salad.
 
I first learned to make trofie using a scraper to cut long, flat strands, but everything changed when I watched a video of an Italian nonna shaping them entirely by hand. I realized then that every single twist is different for different maker, unique and a reflection of their palm. It is, without a doubt, the most difficult pasta shape to master by hand that I have ever encountered. For a year, I practiced every chance I got, using up leftover scraps of semolina dough. After a lot of trial and error, I finally managed to achieve a consistent shape—and the reward was worth it. This authentic, entirely handmade shape creates a chew and texture that no machine or shortcut could ever replicate.
 
The dish has the peppery brightness of fresh herbs, the savory depth of aged cheese, and a rustic elegance.The result is a plate of pasta that feels comforting, herbaceous, and quietly elegant. The classic summer dish, elevated with our handmade pasta.

商品名（名称）：冷凍生パスタ（ジェノベーゼ・トロフィエ）
原材料名： 【パスタ】デュラムセモリナ粉、水
【ソース】バジル、オリーブオイル、イタリア産チーズ、松の実、にんにく、食塩、黒こしょう （特定原材料等）：乳成分・小麦・松の実
内容量：パスタ120g、ソース60g
賞味期限：商品パッケージに記載（製造日より3ヶ月）
保存方法：−18℃以下で保存してください（要冷凍）
加熱調理の必要性：加熱してお召し上がりください
栄養成分表示（1食あたり・推定値）：
エネルギー：600 kcal たんぱく質：14 g 脂質：29 g 炭水化物：65 g 食塩相当量：1.2 g