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Classic Pesto

Name: Classic Pesto
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil; 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons pine nuts; 5 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 0.5 teaspoon salt

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Fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese combine for a classic pesto recipe that's prepared in just minutes. Serve over 1 pound of pasta.

Recipe by happywife05

Published on August 30, 2019

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

3 /4 cup

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh basil
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
5 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, peeled
½ teaspoon salt

Directions

Combine basil, oil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a food processor or blender. Mix until smooth.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

305	Calories
32g	Fat
2g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 305
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g	41%
Saturated Fat 5g	25%
Cholesterol 2mg	1%
Sodium 332mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 3mg	13%
Calcium 52mg	4%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 79mg	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.