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Basil Pesto

Delicious on so many things!
Course Condiment
Cuisine All-American, Italian
Keyword basil, oil, pine nuts
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Place basil leaves and pine nuts in food processor. Pulse several times. Add the garlic and Romano or Parmesan cheese, pulse several times, scrap down sides. While food processor is running, slowly add the olive oil in a steady stream. Scrape down sides again. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.