Basil Pesto
If you make this ahead, keep it stored, tightly covered, in the refrigerator.
This recipe goes with Hoppin' John
Yield: Makes about 1 cup
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Ingredients
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
- 2 cups tightly packed fresh basil
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation
- Combine garlic and pine nuts in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Add basil; process until finely chopped. With processor running, pour oil through food chute. Add cheese and salt; process until smooth. Cover and chill.
- Note: You may substitute prepared, refrigerated pesto for Basil Pesto.
Basil Pesto Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Sauces/Condiments
- CONVENIENCE: No-Cook, Quick/Easy
- CUISINE: American
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Nuts
- DIETARY CONSIDERATION: Gluten-Free
- COOKING METHOD: Food Processor
- PUBLICATION: Coastal Living
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