{"product_id":"the-basil-affair-penne-pesto-basil-olive-oil","title":"The Basil Affair — Penne, Pesto \u0026 Basil Olive Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst came the basil. Then came the affair.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet \u003cstrong\u003eThe Basil Affair\u003c\/strong\u003e: an Italian-inspired supper made for the evenings when you want dinner to feel a little more romantic, without spending the night in the kitchen. Three exceptional pantry essentials, chosen for the way they work together: beautifully textured organic penne, herbaceous Venetian basil pesto, and a final flourish of basil-infused Italian extra virgin olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no complicated recipe. Just good ingredients, a little pasta water, and a reason to linger at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInside the affair: three pantry favorites\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flour-water-organic-penne-rigate\"\u003eFlour + Water Organic Penne Rigate — 1 lb (453 g)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from organic semolina and water, this bronze-die pasta has a lightly textured surface and ridges that help sauce cling. Developed by the team behind San Francisco’s celebrated Flour + Water restaurants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cipriani-organic-basil-pesto\"\u003eCipriani Organic Basil Pesto — 4.59 oz (130 g)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e From the Venetian name synonymous with a beautifully set table, a basil-forward Italian pesto made with pine nuts and lemon. Its recipe contains no garlic or cheese, letting the basil take center stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/il-boschetto-basil-infused-extra-virgin-olive-oil\"\u003eIl Boschetto Basil-Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil — 200 ml (6.7 fl oz)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian extra virgin olive oil with the fragrant character of basil, ready for a finishing drizzle over your pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, or toasted bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to have your Basil Affair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a generous pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne according to its package, reserving a small cup of starchy cooking water before draining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the heat turned off, fold the Cipriani pesto into the warm penne. Add a spoonful of reserved water at a time until the sauce becomes silky and coats the ridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish each plate with a light drizzle of basil-infused extra virgin olive oil. Add freshly grated Parmesan, toasted pine nuts, or a few basil leaves from your kitchen, if you like.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLello’s serving note:\u003c\/em\u003e For a pesto-rich supper, start with about half the box of pasta and add pesto to taste; keep the remaining penne for another evening. Use the whole box for a lighter pesto dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLello’s Point of View\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we chose it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because basil deserves more than a supporting role. This edit captures it twice: first in Cipriani’s green, savory pesto and then as a graceful aromatic finish in Il Boschetto’s olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it makes better.\u003c\/strong\u003e An everyday pasta supper becomes a thoughtful, restaurant-inspired ritual without elaborate preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow we would serve it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Candlelight optional. Warm bowls, a simple tomato salad and excellent bread absolutely encouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho will love it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Home cooks, pasta lovers, hosts, and anyone who knows that the most memorable dinners are rarely the most complicated ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it earns its place.\u003c\/strong\u003e Three distinctive makers, considered textures and fragrant ingredients, and the pleasure of assembling dinner from a beautifully stocked pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails \u0026amp; common questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e One 1 lb box of Flour + Water Organic Penne Rigate, one 130 g jar of Cipriani Organic Basil Pesto, and one 200 ml can of Il Boschetto Basil-Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Three individual products; serving props are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a bundle discount?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The set is priced at the same total as buying the three products separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the pesto contain cheese or garlic?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cipriani’s recipe is made without either. It contains pine nuts. The pasta contains wheat and is made in a facility that also uses eggs. Always check each product label for ingredients, allergens, and storage directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a prepared meal?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It is a curated trio of shelf-stable pantry products to prepare at home. Follow each label’s storage guidance and refrigerate pesto after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more inspiration in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pasta-sauces\"\u003ePasta \u0026amp; Sauces\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/infused-finishing-oils\"\u003eInfused Olive Oils \u0026amp; Vinegars\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67775051792536,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/8121\/6408\/files\/lello-the-basil-affair-penne-pesto-olive-oil_bc162569-5d8a-4687-b409-1e484989e965.jpg?v=1792632402","url":"https:\/\/www.lello.store\/products\/the-basil-affair-penne-pesto-basil-olive-oil","provider":"Lello.Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}