Name: Homemade Pesto
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup pine nuts; 2 garlic cloves; Salt to taste

Homemade Pesto

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A vibrant sauce bursting with flavor, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.

Author: thelydiarecipez
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 cups 1x
Category: Sauce
Method: Blending
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
2 garlic cloves
Salt to taste

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Instructions

Gather your fresh ingredients. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic.
Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped. Make sure to scrape down the sides a few times.
Emulsify with olive oil while the processor is running until fully combined.
Season with salt to taste and adjust as needed.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

This pesto is incredibly versatile; use it in pasta, on sandwiches, or as a dip. Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 0.4g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 5mg

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