Homemade Pesto Sauce
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Homemade Pesto Sauce
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This homemade pesto sauce is made with basil, olive oil, and parmesan. It's wonderful on pasta, and just as good as a topping for grilled meats, baked fish, and roasted vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup basil packed, washed and dried, large stems removed; 35 grams, fresh leaves
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced, fresh
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ¼ cup olive oil extra-virgin
- ¼ cup parmesan grated
Instructions
- Place the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in your food processor. Process for a few seconds until coarsely chopped.
- Add the salt, pepper, and oil. Process until smooth and fully combined, about 30 seconds, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula if necessary.
- Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and mix in the cheese. (See Notes below).
- Use immediately, or cover, refrigrate, and allow the flavors to meld for a few hours. Stir again before using.
Notes
- After you're done mixing the sauce, check its consistency. If the sauce seems too dry, add a tablespoon of olive oil. If it's too liquid, add a tablespoon of parmesan.
- The sauce is ready to serve immediately after mixing it, but the flavors develop more after it's had some time to rest.
- You can keep the leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for 3 months. It's best to freeze this sauce in individual portions, using ice cube trays or small containers.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2tablespoons
Calories
180kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
1.5g
(1%)
Protein
3.5g
(7%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Sodium
257mg
(11%)
Fiber
0.6g
(2%)
Sugar
0.2g
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 180kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.5g | 1% |
| Protein | 3.5g | 7% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Sodium | 257mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.2g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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