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Our Favorite Basil Pesto Recipe

A simple and delicious basil pesto recipe that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves packed
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • ⅓ cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Combine basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add Parmesan cheese and pulse a few times more.
  3. Slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream while the food processor is running. Stop to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula.
  4. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pulse until blended.
  5. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Basil, Pesto, Sauce
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