Basil Spinach Pesto Sauce Recipe

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Category:	Category: Seasonings, Sauces & Marinades

Ingredients:	Ingredients: ⅓ c. walnuts, finely chopped 1 c. packed basil leaves (about 2 oz.) 1 c. packed spinach leaves (about 2 oz.) ½ c. finely shredded Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. minced garlic ½ tsp. salt Pinch(es) red pepper flakes, optional ⅔ c. extra-virgin olive oil

Directions:	Directions: Preheat oven to 350º. Place walnuts on an ungreased baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 10 minutes; remove and set aside to cool. In a food processor or blender, combine basil, spinach, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Cover and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add oil and process until thoroughly combined. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to one month. Thaw frozen pesto in refrigerator overnight.

Personal Notes:	Personal Notes: Freezes well. Best pesto sauce ever!

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Basil Spinach Pesto Sauce Recipe

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