Basil pesto

Master this simple basil pesto for a ready-to-go pesto pasta sauce, pesto pizza, and dip platter addition all in one!

Oct 18, 2018 3:00am

10 mins cooking
Makes 1 Cup

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Ingredients

Basil

2 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
2 clove garlic, quartered
1/3 cup (50g) roasted pine nuts
1/2 cup (40g) coarsely grated parmesan
3/4 cup (180ml) olive oil

Method

Basil pesto

1
Blend or process basil, garlic, nuts and cheese until chopped finely.
2
With motor operating, gradually add oil in thin, steady stream; process until smooth.

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