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Pesto Sauce

Basil Pesto Recipe

This basil pesto recipe is so easy to make and the taste is far superior to anything you get from a store.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh basil, loosely packed
  • 2 large cloves garlic
  • ½ cup pine nuts
  • cup freshly-grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Lightly toast the pine nuts (optional) and pulse with the garlic in the bowl of a food processor.
  • Add in the basil, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and pulse until no large chunks of basil remain.
  • With the food processor running on low speed, pour in the olive oil and blend until smooth.
  • Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.6g | Protein: 1.7g | Fat: 13.6g | Saturated Fat: 1.6g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.3g | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: -1mg