Kitchen essential becomes Jamie Oliver's cherished item - after participating in his pasta-making course, I can't imagine cooking without the $9 device anymore.
Jamie Oliver's Pasta-Making Masterclass Reveals the Magic of Mortar and Pestle
In a recent collaboration between Jamie Oliver, Airbnb, and Chef's Table, a pasta-making masterclass was held at Jamie Oliver's TV studio in London. The event aimed to bring culinary culture and kitchen art to life for guests, and it certainly did just that.
Jamie Oliver, a champion of good food for everyone, shared his secrets for making fresh, homemade pesto using a mortar and pestle. This 35,000-year-old method, it seems, creates a superior texture that cannot be replicated by modern appliances.
The author, who attended the workshop, can attest to this. After testing out Jamie's method, the texture of the pesto was indeed unparalleled. The granite mortar and pestle used in the workshop, with its chic and user-friendly design, has already been added to the author's shopping cart.
Jamie's pesto recipe includes a secret ingredient: a bit of boiled potato. Ground potato adds an extra creaminess and hearty texture to the pesto, making it a standout dish. Jamie also saves pasta water to mix into the pesto at the end, which helps to thin it out and create the perfect consistency.
For those just starting out, a porcelain mortar and pestle makes a great starter set. For industrial use, an affordable granite mortar and pestle with a bamboo base is a good option. Jamie suggests choosing a larger mortar and pestle for better results, and he considers it his favorite kitchen tool.
Jamie's ethos is that good food is for everyone, and the workshop led by him made homemade food feel more accessible and approachable. The author left the workshop feeling inspired and eager to try out more of Jamie's recipes at home.
In conclusion, if you're looking to elevate your pesto game, consider investing in a mortar and pestle. You won't be disappointed with the results. And who knows, you might just find it becoming your favorite kitchen tool too.
