Fresh basil pesto is one of those recipes that proves great cooking doesn't have to be complicated. With just a handful of ingredients, this vibrant sauce can transform pasta, sandwiches, grilled proteins, and roasted vegetables while bringing fresh, homemade flavor to any meal. At Cooking Skills & Social, pesto is one of our favorite foundational recipes because it teaches a simple but valuable lesson: quality ingredients and proper technique matter. We often use garlic conf