This is a picture of a plate of busiate with trapanese pesto, a traditional Sicilian dish that I made following a recipe from an Italian gourmet cuisine channel on YouTube. Busiate are a type of pasta that have a spiral shape and are made by hand, using a thin iron rod or a knitting needle to twist the dough. The trapanese pesto is a fresh and aromatic sauce made with tomatoes, basil, garlic, almonds, pecorino cheese and olive oil. It has a red color and a chunky texture, unlike the more common green pesto. This dish is very easy to make and it tastes amazing. It’s light, refreshing and full of flavor. The pasta is cooked al dente and coated with the pesto, which has a sweet and tangy taste from the tomatoes, a nutty and creamy taste from the almonds and cheese, and a spicy and herbal taste from the garlic and basil. I paired it with a white wine from Sicily, made with the Zibibbo grape, which has a floral and fruity aroma and a crisp and refreshing taste. It complements the dish perfectly, enhancing its freshness and balance. This is a perfect meal for the summer, as it’s satisfying and delicious. I highly recommend you to try it!
