Basil Pesto

Description

Basil pesto is extremely versatile! It enhances the flavor for all dishes like steak, chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta! After the ingredients are combined and formed into a tube shape, simply slice whatever size portion you need and freeze the rest! Easy-breezy to prepare and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • ⅔ cup pine nuts (Optional)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine basil
  2. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  3. and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add garlic
  4. pine nuts
  5. salt
  6. and pepper. Pulse until mixture becomes smooth and blended.
  7. Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 16

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