Peppery, tangy, creamy, and fresh-tasting — this easy, homemade pesto has it all. Use it to dress up pasta, potatoes, eggs, sauces, marinades, or soups.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Calories
355 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Pulse basil and garlic in a food processor about 8 times until finely chopped. Add toasted pine nuts and salt; turn processor on low and drizzle olive oil through the chute until everything is incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; pulse 2 times.
Ingredients
2 large cloves garlic
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 cups packed fresh basil leaves, washed and thoroughly dried
