Pesto

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    8 ounces

  • Calories

    141 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

Pesto

Pesto is a timeless and delicious sauce made from crushed pine nuts, fresh basil leaves, garlic, and parmesan cheese, blended with olive oil.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ¼ cup (34 g) pine nuts
  • 2 cups (48 g) fresh basil leaves, stems removed
  • ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • cup (71 g) olive oil

Instructions

  1. To the bowl of a food processor add pine nuts, basil leaves, parmesan, lemon juice, garlic, and salt.
  2. Pulse until finely minced, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Turn the food processor to the lowest setting and slowly drizzle in a small continuous stream of olive oil. Continue mixing until the ingredients are fully incorporated. (A few small pieces of basil are okay.)
  4. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1ounce Calories 141kcal (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8ounces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1ounce
Calories 141kcal 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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