Basic Basil Pesto

Name: Basic Basil Pesto
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 2 cups fresh basil leaves, stems removed; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Rich & chunky pesto with a robust nutty flavor. Great with toasted bread, pizza, or your favorite pasta! Store in refrigerator or freezer.

Recipe by Tipsy Inspirations

Updated on January 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 cups fresh basil leaves, stems removed
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Place pine nuts in a single layer in a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer immediately to a plate to stop the cooking process; allow to cool, about 5 minutes.
Combine pine nuts, basil, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended. Pour olive oil in slowly, with the processor running on low speed, until mixture is smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and process just until combined.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

218	Calories
22g	Fat
2g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 218
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g	28%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 103mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 4g
Vitamin C 3mg	15%
Calcium 102mg	8%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 73mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.