Basil Pesto Recipe
This classic Basil Pesto recipe is a fragrant and flavorful sauce that is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip. Made with fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, and garlic, this homemade pesto is simple yet delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Food Processor
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Fresh Basil Pesto:
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped.
- Add Olive Oil: With the processor running, gradually add the olive oil in a steady stream until the pesto is well blended.
- Finish the Pesto: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Serve or Store: Use the basil pesto immediately as a sauce or refrigerate it for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: Basil Pesto, Pesto Recipe, Homemade Pesto
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