Basil Pesto

This basil pesto with pine nuts and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese is quickly made in a food processor for a bright, flavorful sauce to enhance dishes.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 177 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 4 cups packed fresh basil leaves
• 0.66666668653488 cup pine nuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.

Step 2

Combine basil, cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and blended.