Classic Pesto
This classic pesto recipe combines basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan for a versatile and delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups basil leaves, packed
- 2 small cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts
- ½ cup olive oil, divided
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- In a small or medium food processor, working in batches, process the basil leaves until finely chopped.2 cups basil leaves
- Add the garlic and nuts and pulse about 6 to 8 times.2 small cloves garlic | 1/4 cup pine nuts or chopped walnuts
- Add about half of the olive oil and pulse until blended.¼ cup olive oil
- With the processor running, add the remaining olive oil in a steady stream.¼ cup olive oil
- Add the Parmesan cheese and process until well blended.1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface, or pour a thin film of olive oil over the top before refrigerating.
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 74mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 354IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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