BASIL PESTO - "LIGHTER VERSION"

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Basil Pesto -

A lighter version of the clasic pesto. This recipe is great for all the beautiful, fresh basil available in the summer

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 -4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Add nuts and garlic to blender and pulse until minced.
  • Add olive oil, pulse a few time more.
  • Add basil leaves, cheese, salt and blend until smooth.
  • Scrape sides of blender as you go to make sure everthing mixes well.
  • Serve with your favorite pasta.

Jay Legend
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This pesto is the perfect addition to any Italian dish. It's flavorful and delicious.


Zake Dagger
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I love the bright green color of this pesto. It's so vibrant and inviting.


Dandray Simpson
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This pesto is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. It's also a great way to use up fresh basil.


Roberto Raymond
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This pesto is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mohamed Alie Turay
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I love the fresh taste of this pesto. It's the perfect addition to summer dishes.


Lamaar Dowdy
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This pesto is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. It's also a great way to use up fresh basil.


Amy Stroup
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best pesto I've ever had.


ApostleRayLive
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This pesto is so versatile! I've used it on pasta, pizza, chicken, and vegetables. It's always delicious.


Tamim Islam
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I love that this recipe uses less oil than traditional pesto recipes. It's still just as flavorful, but it's healthier.


Sir Melven
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This recipe is easy to follow and the pesto turns out great.


kingdom precious
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I've been making this pesto for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to use up fresh basil.


Jeremy Dreibholz
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This pesto is delicious! I love the addition of lemon zest and honey.


mx kobir
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to grilled vegetables.


Fatbintou Wade
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Yasmeen Yasmeen
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This pesto is a game-changer! I used to buy store-bought pesto, but now I make my own all the time. It's so much better and it's so easy to customize.


Precious Magege
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out great.


Adonisj P
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and fresh, and it's the perfect addition to pasta, pizza, or grilled chicken.