Ingredients for Pesto Sauce For Pizza Especially
- Fresh Basil
- Fresh Italian Parsley
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon Juice
- Water
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How to Make Pesto Sauce For Pizza Especially
- Combine 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a food processor or blender.
- Puree until you achieve a smooth, thick paste, scraping down the sides as needed. Add a tablespoon or two of water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, garlic, or olive oil to your preference.
- Spread the pesto evenly over your pizza crust.
- Add your favorite toppings such as sliced crimini mushrooms, reconstituted sun-dried tomatoes, sliced black olives, and shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Bake your pizza according to your crust instructions.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
19 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
45g
Carbs
2g
