Basil Pesto- Quick & Easy

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Jan. 17, 2014

This Classic Basil Pesto is one of the most versatile and delicious foods ever! It's got fresh basil, pinenuts, parmesan, olive oil, and garlic, and it can be spread on baguette or tossed with pasta.

Ingredients

Garlic cloves 3 Large , peeled
Toasted pine nuts 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) (((can sub walnuts)))
Fresh basil 2 Ounce
Extra virgin olive oil 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)
Salt and pepper To Taste
Freshly grated parmesan cheese 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)

Directions

MAKING

1. In food processor, pulse garlic and pine nuts until well chopped. Add basil and pulse again.

2. With the processor running, pour in the olive oil and then season with salt and pepper.

3. Add Parmesan cheese and pulse. Taste and adjust seasoning of salt.

SERVING

4. Serve on toast or with pasta and enjoy!

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Very Easy
Servings: 6

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 291Calories from Fat 257

 % Daily Value*

Total Fat 29 g44.6%

Saturated Fat 3 g15%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol

Sodium 213 mg8.88%

Total Carbohydrates 3 g1%

Dietary Fiber %

Sugars

Protein 6 g12%

Vitamin A % Vitamin C %

Calcium % Iron %

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet