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Basil Pesto Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
8 T extra virgin olive oil
1 c fresh basil leaves
1 oz pine nuts
1/2 tsp sea salt
Directions:
Directions:
1. Blanch fresh basil to retain its bright green color by adding 1 cup of water to a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil. Prepare a small bowl filled with ice water.
2. Plunge basil into boiling water and remove as soon as it turns bright green then plunge into ice water. Remove and set aside.
3. Add pine nuts, olive oil, salt, and basil to a food processor. Process until smooth.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
8
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Use as a topping for roasted meats, wild fish, roasted vegetables or salads

 

 

 

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