Basil Recipe
Make Basil Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Fresh Ingredients
Pantry Essentials
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh basil leaves thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Peel and chop the garlic cloves finely. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Pesto Creation
- 2
Blend the Pesto
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until the ingredients are coarsely chopped. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 3
Add Cheese and Season
Add grated Parmesan cheese to the basil mixture in the food processor. Pulse again to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
Serving
- 4
Combine with Tomatoes
In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes with the prepared basil pesto. Toss gently to coat the tomatoes evenly.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the basil pesto and tomato mixture to a serving platter. Optionally, garnish with additional basil leaves and a sprinkle of pine nuts before serving.
