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Basil Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Directions:
Directions:
Into the bowl of a food processor, add the garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the blender still running, slowly pour in olive oil. Check for a thick, yet smooth consistency, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 minutes

 

 

 

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