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Pesto Uses (20+ Recipes Using Pesto)

Bring something special to the table with this well-loved recipe.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 587 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (packed) (45g) basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup  (45g) Parmesan cheese
  • 1 very small clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon (10g) pine nuts
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Wash the basil leaves in cold water and pat them dry.
  2. Add all the ingredients, except the olive oil, to a food processor bowl. Pulse until thick paste forms.
  3. Add the olive oil and pulse slowly at low speed or whisk in the olive oil by hand, until thick sauce forms.
  4. Season to taste with salt, you can also add more olive oil if you want thinner consistency of your pesto.
  5. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 587kcal (29%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 587

% Daily Value*

Calories 587kcal 29%

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