CLASSIC PESTO

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Pesto can be made through step 1 and stored in freezer. To serve, remove pesto from freezer and let thaw and warm to room temperature, then fold in cheese and salt. Pesto is delicious with chcken, fish, or steamed vegetables (and, of course, on pasta).

Provided by JackieOhNo

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Time 10m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup pine nuts
1 large garlic cloves or 2 small garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed, with some stems)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Place pine nuts and garlic in food processor; process until finely chopped. Add half the basil and process until coarsely chopped. Add remaining basil. With machine running, pour oil in thin, steady stream through feed tube.
  • Transfer pesto to mixing bowl and fold in cheese and salt with spatula. (This will make enough to sauce pasta for 6.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 998.4, Fat 102.4, SaturatedFat 17.2, Cholesterol 29.3, Sodium 514.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 18.9

Auntor Islam
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This pesto is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. It's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dipping sauce for vegetables.


Jenifer Mejia Ramirez
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I love this pesto! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I use it on everything from pasta to pizza to grilled chicken.


Sohail Mikrani
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This is the best pesto I've ever had. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sophy Kagiso
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I made this pesto for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! It's so flavorful and versatile.


Kshar Rai
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This pesto is so delicious! I love the bright flavor of the basil and the nutty flavor of the pine nuts. It's the perfect addition to any pasta dish.


Delonta Burrell
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I've tried many pesto recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of flavors and it's so easy to make.


josi king
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This is my go-to pesto recipe. It's so simple to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.


Fahmo Maxamuud
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I made this pesto for the first time last night and it was a hit! My whole family loved it. It was so easy to make and the flavor was incredible.


Lebo thato
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This pesto is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. It's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dipping sauce for vegetables.


Yasin Jeylan
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I love this pesto! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I use it on everything from pasta to pizza to grilled chicken.


theconman
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This is the best pesto I've ever had. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Violet Botha
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I made this pesto for a party last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! It's so flavorful and versatile.


Jonathon Landwehr
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This pesto is so delicious! I love the bright flavor of the basil and the nutty flavor of the pine nuts. It's the perfect addition to any pasta dish.


Nirajan Paudel
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I've tried many pesto recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of flavors and it's so easy to make.


Laden Miah
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This is my go-to pesto recipe. It's so simple to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.


AJViP AJViP
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I made this pesto for the first time last night and it was a hit! My whole family loved it. It was so easy to make and the flavor was incredible.


302 Gabbar
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This pesto is amazing! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. It's so flavorful and versatile. I love using it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dipping sauce for vegetables.


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