Homemade Basil Pesto
This basil pesto is a delicious, versatile sauce that you can store in the fridge and add to really any dish to liven it up. This is great for a variety of recipes ranging from pasta, eggs, chicken, pizza and sandwiches. This pesto is a great example of how homemade is just simply better. Between the fresh basil, high quality olive oil and Parmesan cheese, this bright green sauce really does pack a punch!
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 305kcal
Equipment
- 1 small high speed blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pine nuts toasted
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic skins removed
- 6 cups fresh basil leaves about 3 bunches (stems removed)
- 1 cup high quality extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice optional
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pour the pine nuts on a small baking sheet and roast them in the oven until golden brown (about 10 minutes). (You can do this in a pan too).
- Grab a small blender or food processor and add in all the ingredients.
- Start to pulse everything together and drizzle in more olive oil as needed until everything is smooth and the right consistency.
- Use it in soups, pasta dishes, spread it on toast, add it to eggs, it's all delicious. JUST MAKE IT!!!
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.2g | Protein: 4.4g | Fat: 32.9g | Saturated Fat: 5.2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 0.4g | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 1mg