Homemade Pesto
Fresh, aromatic basil pesto with pine nuts and Parmesan.
Instructions
- 01
Place the basil leaves and pine nuts into the bowl of a food processor and pulse several times.
- 02
Add the garlic and Parmesan cheese and pulse several times more. Scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula.
- 03
While the food processor is running, SLOWLY add the olive oil in a steady small stream.
- 04
Stir in a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Phase notes
Pair with fish or on cauliflower wraps.
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