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Fresh Basil Pesto

Fresh Basil Pesto
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Cuisine

International

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Servings

1

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Prep Time

15 mins

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Cook Time

5 mins

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Difficulty

Easy

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Ingredients

β€’3 cups packed fresh basil
β€’2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
β€’1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted until golden and cooled
β€’2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
β€’2-3 cloves garlic, minced
β€’Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

  1. 01

    In a food processor or blender, combine basil and about 2 tablespoons of the extra virgin olive oil, blend into a paste.

  2. 02

    Add pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and remaining oil and pulse until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Cooking Reviews

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The Caprese Salad Skewers recipe was a triumph! I prepared them for a party's barbecue and everyone loved them. The basil was so aromatic, the mozzarella so fresh, and the skewers were the perfect size and an appropriate.

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Michael Burns

July 1, 2023

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Nutritional Info

calories1015 kcal
protein31.6 g
fat94.1 g
carbs17.2 g

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