Description
Make delicious fresh basil pesto at home easily.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor.
- Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while processing.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Process until smooth or slightly chunky.
Notes
- Adjust ingredients to your taste.
- Pine nuts can be toasted for extra flavor.
- Pesto can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Food processor
- Cuisine: Italian