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Fresh Basil Pesto Recipe

A classic and easy fresh basil pesto recipe.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Pesto Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves packed
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • ⅓ cup Pine Nuts
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Combine basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add Parmesan cheese and pulse a few more times.
  3. Slowly add olive oil while the food processor is running, and blend until smooth.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

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