How To Make Basil Pesto Recipe
A classic and easy-to-make Italian sauce made with fresh basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 0 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Add the basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and salt to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
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While the food processor is running, slowly add the olive oil and process until the pesto becomes smooth.
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Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Calories : 443kcal
- Total Fat : 45g
- Saturated Fat : 8g
- Cholesterol : 16mg
- Sodium : 324mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 5g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugars : 1g
- Protein : 8g
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