BASIC PESTO

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 15m

Yield About 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Greek oregano leaves
3 large cloves garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Serving suggestion: fresh pasta

Steps:

  • Combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, parsley, oregano and garlic in a food processor or blender and process until finely ground. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil. Let stand for 5 minutes before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve with fresh pasta.

Rekh Dewan
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This pesto was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less olive oil next time.


Kedinetse Khetse
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I liked the bright flavor of the basil.


Jolito Bonilla
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This pesto is so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I love that I can use it on so many different things.


Sahadev Ganesh
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I made this pesto for a party last weekend, and everyone loved it. It was the perfect addition to my pasta dish.


Mir sharafat Hussain
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This pesto is delicious! I love the combination of basil, garlic, and pine nuts.


Go Bros
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I've been making this pesto for years, and it's always a hit. It's so versatile - I use it on everything from pasta to pizza to sandwiches.


Me arman Babu
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This was my first time making pesto, and it came out great! I was worried it would be too strong, but it was actually very well-balanced. I'll definitely be making this again.


Salemkaan Doris
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I love this pesto recipe! It's so simple to make and it always turns out delicious. I especially love using it on grilled chicken or fish.


Judy ford
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This pesto is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and flavorful. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit!


Md Arifur Rahman
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I've tried many pesto recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are so well-balanced, and the texture is perfect. I love using it on pasta, but it's also great as a dip for vegetables or as a marinade for chicken.


Bianca Ruppal
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This pesto recipe was incredibly easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious, vibrant pesto that was perfect for my pasta dish. I especially appreciated the step-by-step instructions and the helpful tips on how to get the most flavor out of th


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