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Pesto Basil

This Pesto Basil Recipe captures the vibrant flavor of fresh basil and is perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves packed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Storage container

Method
 

  1. Start by measuring out all your ingredients.
  2. In your food processor, combine the fresh basil and minced garlic.
  3. Pulse the basil and garlic a few times until roughly chopped.
  4. Add the pine nuts (or your choice of nuts) to the mixture.
  5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring it into the mixture.
  6. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil.
  7. Add salt and pepper to the mixture, then pulse a few more times.
  8. Transfer the pesto to a storage container.

Notes

Store the pesto in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze it for later use.