Cucina & Amore Pesto alla Siciliana is a 7.9 oz (225g) jar of rich sun-dried tomato pesto made with basil and Grana Padano cheese, inspired by the Southern Italian island of Sicily. It ships fast from our New Jersey warehouse as a Single jar, Pack of 3, or Pack of 6.
Why You'll Love It
- Sicilian-style pesto — the label says it was originally created on the island of Sicily
- Basil and Grana Padano — a rich sauce made with basil and Grana Padano cheese
- Tomato forward — tomato, tomato paste and sun-dried tomato lead the ingredient list
- 7.9 oz (225g) jar — 4.5 servings per container with a printed nutrition panel
- Product of Peru — the label lists Peru as the country of origin
- Pack options — available as a Single jar, Pack of 3, or Pack of 6
Ingredients
Tomato, tomato paste, sunflower oil, water, basil, Grana Padano cheese, sun-dried tomato, potato starch, spices, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, citric acid and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). Contains milk, egg (lysozyme) and sulphites.
Nutrition Facts (per 1/4 cup / 50g)
4.5 servings per container. 110 calories, 8 g total fat, 1 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, less than 5 mg cholesterol, 260 mg sodium, 7 g total carbohydrate, 1 g dietary fiber, 2 g total sugars (less than 1 g added sugars), 2 g protein.
How to Use
Try it with pasta, meat and sandwiches, as a topping, or as an ingredient in your own recipes. Store the jar in a cool, dry place and refrigerate after opening. Read the printed label for full directions.
About Cucina & Amore
Cucina & Amore is a maker of Italian-style bruschetta, pesto and pasta sauces, distributed from Novato, California. Browse more Italian-style sauces in our Pasta Sauce collection, or learn more at cucinaandamore.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pesto alla Siciliana contain allergens?
Yes. The label states it contains milk, egg (from the lysozyme used with the Grana Padano cheese) and sulphites. Other ingredients include tomato, sunflower oil, basil and sun-dried tomato. Because recipes can change between production runs, anyone with an allergy should read the printed ingredient panel on the jar you receive.
How should I store it after opening?
The jar says to store it in a cool, dry place and to refrigerate after opening. Keep the lid tightly closed and use a clean spoon each time so the remaining spread stays fresh. Check the printed label and best-by date on the jar you receive for the exact storage guidance.
How do I use Pesto alla Siciliana?
The label suggests it with pasta, meat and sandwiches, as a topping, or as an ingredient in recipes. Warm it gently with hot pasta, spread it on bread, or spoon it over grilled meats. Read the printed label for full directions.
What size is the jar and where does it ship from?
Each jar has a net weight of 7.9 oz (225g), 4.5 servings per container. You can order a Single jar, a Pack of 3, or a Pack of 6 to keep the pantry stocked. Orders ship fast from our New Jersey warehouse to customers across the United States and Canada.