The Best Basic Pesto

Name: The Best Basic Pesto
Total time: 15 min
Yield: Makes about 1¼ cups (about 10 servings)
Ingredients: ⅓ cup walnuts; 2 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil; ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

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15m

This classic pesto recipe is made with fresh basil, garlic, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, resulting in a bold and flavorful sauce. The addition of walnuts adds a delicious nutty flavor. It's perfect as a pasta sauce, on sandwiches, or as a savory spread. Easy to make and incredibly delicious.

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Summer

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Ingredients

Servings: Makes about 1¼ cups (about 10 servings)

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⅓ cup walnuts

2 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped

2 cups packed fresh basil leaves

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil

½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

290kcal

14%
Fat

30g

1%
Saturated Fat

5g

0%
Carbohydrates

4g

0%
Fiber

1g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

5g

0%
Cholesterol

11mg

0%
Sodium

357mg

17%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

The Best Basic Pesto

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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