CLASSICO PESTO SAUCE: One 13.5 oz jar of Classico Signature Recipes Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
AUTHENTIC AND FLAVORFUL: Bring an authentic and delicious taste to your homemade dishes with our traditional basil pesto
MADE WITH QUALITY INGREDIENTS YOU CAN SEE AND TASTE: Our pesto sauce is crafted with the perfect blend of basil, garlic and Parmesan
PESTO PASTA SAUCE: Turn your next pasta dish into something special with the taste of Classico pesto sauce
VERSATILE SPREAD: From sandwiches to homemade pizza, add our pesto spread to all of your favorite Italian-inspired recipes
EASY TO PREPARE: Spoon directly from the jar and add our ready-to-use pesto to hot or cold foods for delicious, herby flavor any day of the week
SNAP EBT ELIGIBLE FOOD ITEM: Classico Traditional Basil Pesto is part of a wide range of EBT eligible food items
Description
Timeless Flavors. Instant Classic. Bring an authentic and delicious taste to your homemade dishes with Classico Signature Recipes Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread. Made with quality ingredients you can see and taste, our pesto sauce is crafted with the perfect blend of basil, garlic and Parmesan for a combination of flavors that can elevate your favorite meals with minimal effort. Add Classico pesto sauce to your pasta and turn your next family dinner into something special. From spreading on sandwiches to adding to your chicken or tuna salads, our basil pesto delivers bright flavor to all of your homemade dishes. Make your next weekend pizza night one to remember by pairing our pesto sauce with your favorite toppings to give your homemade pizzas a flavorful twist. Perfect for busy parents and home cooks, our ready-to-use basil pesto is easy to prepare. For pasta directions, stir pesto in jar then add 4 tablespoons of sauce to 1 cup of hot pasta. Toss to coat evenly and enjoy! Each 13.5-ounce jar of Classico basil pesto contains about 6 servings (1/4 cup of sauce per serving). To maintain freshness, keep your jar refrigerated after opening and use within 5 days. Taste the rich flavors of Classico for yourself. From Signature Recipes Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread to our Fire Roasted Pizza Sauce, Classico has a flavor for everyone in your family to enjoy. Make it yours, for your homemade dish.
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Serving Per Container: About 6
Amount
Calories: 230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 22g28%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg1%
Sodium 590mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 5g2%
Dietary Fiber 1g3%
Sugars 0g
Added Sugars 0g0%
Protein 3g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 110mg8%
Iron 1.1mg6%
Potassium 130mg2%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients:
basil, soybean oil, garlic, parmesan cheese (cultured, pasteurized part-skim milk, salt, enzymes), olive oil, salt, contains less than 2% of spices, lactic acid, natural flavor, sulfites.
Allergens & Warnings:
CONTAINS: MILK.
State of Readiness: Ready to Use
Form: Liquid
Package Quantity: 1
TCIN: 52122690
UPC: 041129000229
Item Number (DPCI): 212-40-1494
Origin: Made in the USA
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 2.998 inches length x 2.998 inches width x 4.775 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 13.504 ounces
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Classico basil pesto sauce is a versatile and flavorful addition to any kitchen, perfect for quick meals. Guests appreciate its rich basil and garlic taste, creamy texture, and ability to enhance a variety of dishes, from pasta to sandwiches. Many find it a reliable pantry staple that allows for easy meal preparation, making it a favorite for busy weeknights. However, some guests noted concerns about saltiness and occasional texture issues.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
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25% would recommend
8 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
13 August, 2026
originally posted on myfoodandfamily.com
The most delicious pesto I've ever had
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Classico Basil Pesto Sauce has become one of my favorite shortcuts for making a quick meal taste like I put way more effort into it than I actually did. It has a rich basil and garlic flavor, and it’s creamy without being too heavy. I’ve used it with pasta, chicken vegetables, and even spread it on a sandwich. Makes everything taste fresh and crisp. I especially love keeping a jar on hand because it allows me to throw together a tasty meal in just a few minutes. My favorite is warm pasta with grilled chicken, some Parmesan cheese and a big drizzle of this pesto. This classical basil pesto sauce is something I will definitely keep buying and you should try it too!
ElizabethB
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5 out of 5 stars
22 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
The best
Classical pesto taste natural a combination of basil, nuts, and oil that you can see and taste the difference between others brand this one provide a great flavor to your pasta also to your sandwich not ingredients. Great aroma.
NiobysL
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5 out of 5 stars
22 July, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Versatile and delicious
We love this product. It very versatile. We have used it for pasta, pizza, and even on shredded chicken as a sauce. Great taste and perfect portion in the jar.
ShelbeK
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5 out of 5 stars
24 June, 2026
originally posted on myfoodandfamily.com
Delicious
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This basil pesto is my favorite and had been a staple in our pantry for many years. The flavor is incredible, consistency is creamy and is delicious on anything from toast to pasta. It is truly the best green pesto ever made.
ArielH
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3 out of 5 stars
17 June, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Just OK
I wanted to like this. It was just ok. I think if someone has never had fresh pesto this would be palatable. Maybe if you were just using a little in a recipe it would be ok.
MicheleP
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5 out of 5 stars
23 May, 2026
originally posted on myfoodandfamily.com
Delicious
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] CLASSICO Classico Signature Recipes Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce & Spread 8.1oz Jar tastes great . Amazing on almost anything. Rich in flavor. Smells delicious
DianaS
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5 out of 5 stars
22 May, 2026
originally posted on myfoodandfamily.com
Yum
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Yum!!! This taste great ! Love the consistency and the portion ! Texture is lovely and has a lot for its value. Dish came out yummy will be be purchasing again !
VeronicaM
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4 out of 5 stars
26 April, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Flavorful and lasts a long time in the fridge
We love this pesto. We use it a lot in pasta recipes as well as on sandwiches. It’s really good and super flavorful, so you don’t need that much. If you put on too much, it can be overpowering and taste really salty, so make sure you use it wisely. It lasts a long time in the fridge and stays fresh for months.
LauraR
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5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Love this sauce!
I LOVE this pesto!!! I like to use this especially for my favorite zoodles recipe. It mixes in easily with ths other ingredients. The flavor is rich. It smells amazing. It's super thick, full of basil. It's great on toast and grilled cheese sandwiches too!
carolinae87_3281
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4 out of 5 stars
14 January, 2026
originally posted on influenster.com
Great for the price!
For the price, you cannot beat this pesto sauce. I do wish the olive oil was better quality. But overall, is solid fine. I love adding it to steak, and serving with Parmesan orzo. This really brings a great taste to a dish.
lisag699_8609
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5 out of 5 stars
11 December, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Great product easy to make a quick side dish.
Quick and very easy side dish. Love how chincky it is. Very flavor of the pesto. Easy to open , scoping out the product very easily you can tastevtge Garlic. No sweetness at all. .
chieo_7867
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5 out of 5 stars
19 November, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Vibrant
The pest pesto on any shape noodle for a quick girl dinner. It’s fresh and vibrant and easy to transform a simple pasta. I keep a jar on me at all times.
laurenc263_8926
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4 out of 5 stars
22 October, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Pesto sauce
I am very happy with the ingredients and texture of this pesto. It has a good flavor and is highly versatile and can be used in many different ways. It comes in a glass bottle.
CariW
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5 out of 5 stars
7 October, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Tastes nice on pasta
Packaging is what’s to be expected from a canned product. The top is fairly easy to open. It has a nice flavor and is consistent from container to container. I’m not sure how versatile this is. since it’s a very specific kind of flavor. I’ve purchased it many times.
danielled685_2361
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5 out of 5 stars
23 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Never enough pesto
This stuff stays stocked in my kitchen. So versatile pasta and sandwiches galore. I also like to keep the packaging for little cute jars. It’s a strong flavor as I am personally not a fan of bland pesto. Big fan of basil pesto!
kseniam2_1299
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5 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
I tried pesto sauce
I tried this pesto sauce, and it brought a burst of fresh basil flavor to my pasta dishes! The texture is nice and smooth, and it has a good balance of garlic, parmesan, and pine nuts. It’s also versatile; I’ve used it on sandwiches and as a pizza base,
melissab1413_1036
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5 out of 5 stars
1 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Delicious and savory for just about anything you c
Classico Signature Recipes Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce & Spread is a winner when it comes to good packaged pesto. It has amazing flavor and you can use it for so many different things. I do wish there was a bigger jar, but otherwise this is one of my favorites.
StephanieP
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3 out of 5 stars
2 June, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Could taste fresher
Although this is one of the better mainstream store-bought pestos, it still has a pretty strong “packaged basil” taste. I usually add some fresh or even freeze dried basil to help combat the wimpy basil taste.
rachelw756_5285
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1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommendWould not recommend
24 February, 2024Verified purchase
Do not buy
Oily, chunky, nastyyyy taste.
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3 out of 5 stars
28 November, 2023
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Meh
I love pesto so I still finished the bottle but this was pretty mediocre. Very oily and was really more chunky than smooth. The basil was more of a secondary flavor after oil and salt