BASIC BASIL PESTO

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Rich & chunky pesto with a robust nutty flavor. Great with toasted bread, pizza, or your favorite pasta! Store in refrigerator or freezer.

Provided by Tipsy Inspirations

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 cups fresh basil leaves, stems removed
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts in a single layer in a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer immediately to a plate to stop the cooking process; allow to cool, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine pine nuts, basil, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended. Pour olive oil in slowly, with the processor running on low speed, until mixture is smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and process just until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 102.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Yuki_Is_Loved
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I love the packaging of this pesto. It's easy to store and it keeps the pesto fresh for a long time.


Lethiwe Mtembu
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This pesto is a great value for the price. It's delicious and versatile, and it's a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes.


Klara Gračan
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This pesto is way too expensive for what you get. I think I'll try a different brand next time.


King Bello
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pesto turned out really bland. I think I might have used too little basil.


Oindrila Khan Ila
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I made this pesto for my pasta salad, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor, and it really made the salad.


Boba Playzz
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I used this pesto on my grilled chicken, and it was amazing! The flavor was perfect, and it really complemented the chicken.


Elsie Sakwa
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This pesto is so easy to make, and it's so much better than store-bought pesto. I'll definitely be making this again and again!


Leah Newbold
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this recipe. It's not too heavy or oily, and it has a nice, bright flavor.


Ogwezi Favour
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This pesto is a great way to use up fresh basil. It's also a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes.


Hunt G
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I love how versatile this pesto is. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables.


Qazafikhan Qazafikhanqazafikhan
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I've made this pesto several times, and it always turns out great. It's my go-to recipe for pesto.


JANI TRICKS
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This pesto is way too salty for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


5M1L3Y
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pesto turned out really bitter. I think I might have used too much basil.


Alihassan KhanBaloch
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I made this pesto for my pizza, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor.


Victor Sally
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I used this pesto on my pasta, and it was delicious! The flavor was perfect, and it really elevated the dish.


Kedar Baral
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This pesto is so easy to make, and it's so much better than store-bought pesto. I'll definitely be making this again!


Ismael Silva
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this pesto. It's not too overpowering, and it has a nice, balanced flavor.


Sialkot Pets
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and flavorful pesto.


Ali Zaman Burki official
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a marinade for chicken. It's always a hit!