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Quick and Easy Basil Pesto Plated

Quick and Easy Basil Pesto

Classic Italian pesto perfect for pasta, meat, or snacking
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 - 3 cups Fresh Basil, stems removed
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated We actually used asiago and it turned out really well.
  • 2 - 3 cloves Garlic, peeled
  • 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a food processor. Process until smooth or desired consistency. Store in the fridge in an airtight container or use immediately.
Keyword Asiago Cheese, Basil, easy recipe, olive oil, Parmesan Cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pesto, pesto alla genovese, Pine Nuts, Quick, Under 30 minutes, Under 500 Calories