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Classic Pesto

Keyword Classic Pesto Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 cups

Equipment

  • food processor

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup pignolis (pine nuts)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1 tsp coarse salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Place pignolis and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process for 30 seconds.
  • Add the basil leaves, salt and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is finely puréed.
  • Add the parmesan cheese and purée for one more minute. Serve.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator with a thin layer of olive oil over top, for up to four days.
  • Can be stored in the freezer with a thin layer of olive oil over top for up to 6 months.