Classic Pesto
Explore the world of classic pesto! This recipe combines basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan for a versatile and delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
- 3 small cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, working in batches, process the basil leaves until finely chopped.
- Add the garlic and nuts and pulse about 6 to 8 times.
- Add about half of the olive oil pulse until blended.
- With the processor running, ad the remaining olive oil in a steady stream.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and process until well blended.
- Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.
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