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Basil Pesto Recipe

A classic basil pesto recipe that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and more.
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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
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • ⅓ cup Pine Nuts
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Combine basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add cheese and pulse a few times more.
  3. Stream in the olive oil while the food processor is running until the pesto is smooth.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Pesto
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