BASIL PESTO

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Provided by Rawia Bishara

Categories     Sauce     Garlic     Nut     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Basil

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 to 5 cloves garlic
1 cup pine nuts, slivered almonds or walnut halves
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste (optional)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
4 packed cups chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for storage
Juice of 2 lemons
Crushed red pepper flakes to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Put the garlic in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Toss in the nuts, Parmesan, if using, pepper and salt and chop until the nuts are finely crushed, about 1 minute. Add the basil, oil and lemon juice and pulse for 1 minute more, until smooth. Stir in red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • To store, transfer the pesto to a sterilized jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour a thin layer of olive oil on top of the pesto, seal and refrigerate up to 10 days or freeze up to 3 months.

MadHatressAdAstra
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This pesto is a keeper!


Tracey Morrison
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I'm definitely going to be making this pesto again.


Sweet CreamMx
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This pesto is a great way to add a pop of flavor to any dish.


Olakunle Durodola
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I love the nutty flavor of the pine nuts in this pesto.


Zavier V
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This pesto is the perfect addition to any Italian dish.


Sinesipho Ncamile
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I've never made pesto before, but this recipe made it so easy.


Jo Mama
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This pesto is a great way to use up extra basil.


Max Maango
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I love that this recipe uses fresh basil. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


ahmed chhipa
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This pesto is so versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a marinade for chicken.


JOE BOYLE (FreeBirdJoe)
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I've made this pesto several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Mhamad Ziyad
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This pesto is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Ch ZaiBi Virk
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this pesto. It's not too overpowering.


Byaruhanga Isacc
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This pesto is so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Aiden Munoz
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I was skeptical at first, but this pesto is actually really good. It's definitely worth a try.


Kemia Harris
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I've tried many pesto recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Aphelele Ntlanganiso
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This is my go-to pesto recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Beverly Bogle
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the pesto is delicious. I've even started growing my own basil so I can make it all the time.


Bruno Kanuth
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit.


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