How to Make the Most of Homemade Pesto

Pesto is most often associated with the northwest region of Liguria. While a trip to savor the freshest pesto on the planet may be tempting, until you can get to Genoa or somewhere nearby, this guide to making the most of your next homemade pesto is more practical.

The roots of pesto trace back to the Middle Ages. Sauce-making involved grinding herbs and spices in a stone bowl using a club-shaped tool. This simple, man-powered gadget — the mortar and pes