Pesto Recipe

Name: Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Fresh Basil; Garlic Cloves; Pine Nuts; Parmesan Cheese; Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Whip up a batch of delicious pesto in just 30 minutes! This forgiving recipe lets you get creative with nuts and herbs – use walnuts, pecans, basil, parsley, or anything you have on hand. Feel free to substitute wine for some of the olive oil for extra depth of flavor. Adjust quantities to achieve your perfect consistency. Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a vibrant topping!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 257.4 kcal

Protein 19g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Pesto

Finely chop 2 cups of fresh basil leaves using a sharp knife or pulse in a food processor until finely minced.
Crush 1/2 cup of your choice of nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, etc.) using a knife or pulse in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
Mince 2 cloves of garlic. Combine the chopped basil, crushed nuts, garlic, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
Gradually add 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (or a mix of 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup white wine) while mixing thoroughly until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more olive oil for a thinner pesto, or more cheese for a richer flavor.