BASIL PECAN PESTO

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I prefer the taste of pecans over the pine nuts usually called for in pesto recipes. I developed this recipe over a summer of trial and error and prefer it to all other pesto recipes!

Provided by grettagirl

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

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups fresh basil leaves
1 ½ cups pecans
4 cloves garlic
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¾ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Blend the basil, pecans, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a food processor until the mixture becomes a slightly chunky paste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 131.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Lydia Akakpo
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I've made this pesto several times and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be used in so many different ways.


Koko Jan
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This pesto is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. I love using it on pasta, chicken, and fish.


Reneilwe Gouwe
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I'm always looking for new pesto recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


R0KKUKEN
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This pesto is delicious! I especially love the addition of pecans. It gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Chabhan Ali Chabhab Mahad
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I've made this pesto several times and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be used in so many different ways.


Sampada Tripathi
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This pesto is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. I love using it on pasta, chicken, and fish.


cody Painter
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I'm always looking for new pesto recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Kaweesa David
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This pesto is delicious! I especially love the addition of pecans. It gives it a nice nutty flavor.


Kgosi Mathope
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I've made this pesto several times and it's always a success. It's so versatile and can be used in so many different ways.


fahim tv1
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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.


Kimron Estes
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it tastes great. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish and it's always a hit.


Agyeibea Valeria
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This pesto is amazing! I used it on pasta and it was so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.