Pesto

Basic pesto, made with basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese. This recipe differs from the classic preparation by the addition of parsley. You can add a little extra Parmesan to the mixture if you like.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 92 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup pine nuts
• ½ cup olive oil
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
• 4 cloves garlic
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups packed fresh basil leaves

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and nuts in the bowl of a food processor or blender. Blend to a smooth paste. Add parsley if desired.