This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, December 5, 2025 (43 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
P _ _ _ _
First and last letters
P _ _ _ O
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PESTO as a word: A sauce, especially for pasta, originating from the Genoa region in Italy, made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil and cheese (usually pecorino).
PESTO has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since December 5, 2025.
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