Basil Pesto Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, about 2 large bunches
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, finely grated
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts and pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Add the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Remove from the food processor and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 1736 kcal, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 26 g, Fat: 182 g, Saturated Fat: 30 g, Cholesterol: 44 mg, Sodium: 771 mg, Potassium: 406 mg, Fiber: 2 g, Sugar: 2 g, Vitamin A: 2965 IU, Vitamin C: 11 mg, Calcium: 650 mg, Iron: 5 mg
