Pesto Recipe
A classic Italian sauce made with fresh basil, pine nuts, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil and garlic
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Ingredients
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Pesto Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients and measure them out accordingly.
Blend the Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped.
Add Olive Oil
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is well blended and creamy.
Season
Add salt and black pepper to taste, and pulse a few more times to combine.
Store or Serve
Transfer the pesto to a jar or container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.