About This Product

Sun-dried tomatoes bring intense sweetness, while wild fennel seeds add aromatic anise notes, and chilli creates gentle building heat. Hyde Farm chose this pesto because it captures Puglia’s confident flavours — spirited yet balanced. Toss with rigatoni, spread on toasted bread, dollop on grilled vegetables or swirl into soups. A pesto for those who love depth, warmth and unmistakable Mediterranean personality.

WHY WE LOVE IT

✓Sun-dried tomato sweetness and fennel aroma

✓Chilli warmth without overwhelming heat

✓Rich texture ideal for hearty pasta shapes

✓Bold, distinctive southern Italian character

Serving Suggestions & Cooking Instructions

Preparation: This is a bold, concentrated pesto. To fully appreciate the aromatic fennel and building heat, it should be used at room temperature or gently warmed by the heat of the food it is added to.

Method: For pasta, stir 1 generous tablespoon per person into the hot, drained noodles. The “jammy” texture of the sun-dried tomatoes benefits significantly from a splash of starchy pasta water; this creates a smooth, spicy emulsion that reaches into every ridge of the pasta.

Hearty Pasta Pairings: The anise notes of the fennel and the chilli heat make this the perfect partner for Rummo Rigatoni or Mezzi Rigatoni. The robust flavours can also stand up to wholewheat or legume-based pastas.

Sausage & Fennel Twist: For a classic Italian combination, stir this pesto into a pan of sautéed crumbled Italian sausage and kale before tossing with pasta. The fennel seeds in the pesto will beautifully mirror the flavours of the meat.

Gourmet Antipasti: Spread onto toasted sourdough and top with a dollop of creamy burrata or ricotta. The cool cheese provides a perfect counterpoint to the spicy, aromatic sun-dried tomatoes.

Soups & Stews: Swirl a teaspoon into a classic vegetable minestrone or a white bean stew just before serving to add instant depth, warmth, and a bright Mediterranean finish.

Storage Instructions

Store away from sources of light and heat. After opening, store in the refrigerator at 4-8°C and consume within a few days.