Sauce whose name derives from the Italian word for "crush" Crossword Clue

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Sauce whose name derives from the Italian word for "crush" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a sauce typically served with pasta; contains crushed basil leaves and garlic and pine nuts and Parmesan cheese in olive oil

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ITALIAN (noun)
1. a native or inhabitant of Italy
2. the Romance language spoken in Italy
SAUCE (verb)
1. add zest or flavor to, make more interesting
2. behave saucily or impudently towards
SAUCE (noun)
1. flavorful relish or dressing or topping served as an accompaniment to food

Hint 3: Anagram

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