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Basil Pesto

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15 min

Basil Pesto

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Time

15 min

Serving

16 persons

Calories

177

Rating

4.00★ (10)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Buriak
Basil pesto is extremely versatile. It enhances the flavor of dishes like steak, chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta. After combining the ingredients and forming into a tube shape, simply slice whatever size portion you need and freeze the rest. Easy-breezy to prepare and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • packed fresh basil leaves: 4 cups
  • freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese: 1 cup
  • olive oil: 1 cup
  • pine nuts: 0.66667 cup (optional)
  • garlic: 6 clove (minced)
  • salt and ground black pepper: (to taste)

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Combine basil, cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and blended.
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  2. Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.
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