Kittencal's Perfect Pesto Receta

Unlock the secret to unbelievably delicious pesto! This recipe, perfected through countless experiments, delivers the ideal balance of fresh basil, nutty pine nuts, and sharp Parmesan. Using only the finest ingredients, including high-quality freshly grated Parmesan cheese and kosher salt, makes all the difference. This recipe is incredibly versatile; enjoy it immediately or store it in the fridge (covered with a ½-inch layer of olive oil) for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze it for later use! Feeling adventurous? Try our variation for vibrant Red Pesto by simply reducing the basil and adding sun-dried tomatoes!

Preparación 5 min
Cocción 1 min
Calorías 1418.9 kcal
Proteína 43g
Valoración Sé el primero
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Ingredientes para Kittencal's Perfect Pesto

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Cómo preparar Kittencal's Perfect Pesto

  1. Combine 3 cups packed fresh basil leaves, ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, ¼ cup pine nuts, and 2 large garlic cloves in a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend until a coarse paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Add 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
  4. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, cheese, or olive oil to your preference.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container. For optimal freshness when refrigerating, pour a ½-inch layer of olive oil on top before sealing.
  7. To make Red Pesto: Reduce basil to 3 cups and add ½ cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes to the blender along with the other ingredients.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

89 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

107g

Carbs

4g

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuánto se tarda en preparar Kittencal's Perfect Pesto?

Kittencal's Perfect Pesto tarda unos 6 minutos de principio a fin: aproximadamente 5 minutos de preparación y 1 minutos de cocción.

¿Cuántas calorías tiene Kittencal's Perfect Pesto?

Kittencal's Perfect Pesto tiene aproximadamente 1418.9 calorías por ración, con unos 43 g de proteína, 4 g de carbohidratos y 226 g de grasa.

¿Qué ingredientes necesito para Kittencal's Perfect Pesto?

Los ingredientes principales de Kittencal's Perfect Pesto son Fresh Basil Leaves, Olive Oil, Pine Nuts, Fresh Garlic Cloves, Parmesan Cheese, Kosher Salt. Consulta la lista completa con cantidades más arriba.

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