Pesto Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh basil leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a towel.
2
Toast the Pine Nuts
In a small skillet over medium heat, add the pine nuts and toast for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
3
Peel the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.

4
Combine Ingredients in a Food Processor
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, garlic cloves, and grated Parmesan cheese.
5
Blend the Base
Pulse the ingredients until they are coarsely chopped.
6
Add Olive Oil
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
7
Season the Pesto
Add salt and black pepper to taste, blending again until fully incorporated.

8
Store the Pesto
Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. If not using immediately, pour a thin layer of olive oil on top to prevent oxidation, then seal and refrigerate.