Love this recipe. I always make extra and freeze in ice cube trays then store the cubes in a freezer bag in the freezer to enjoy all winter long.
Basil Pesto
Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett
Use this pesto recipes to stir some summertime goodness into hot cooked pasta, rice, or grits for a tasty side dish to your meal. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for French fries.
Yield: Makes 2 cups
Total:
Recipe from
More From Southern Living
Recipe Time
Hands On:
10 Minutes
Total:
10 Minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparation
- Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
Basil Pesto Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Sauces/Condiments
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Quick/Easy
- CUISINE: Italian
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Cheese
- COOKING METHOD: Food Processor
- PUBLICATION: Southern Living
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