Homemade Basil Pesto – So Easy to Make and Delicious!
Once you’ve mastered the basic recipe, feel free to experiment with other herbs and spices. Try adding a little thyme or oregano for a different flavor, or use roasted red peppers instead of traditional tomatoes. The possibilities are endless! So go ahead and give Basil Pesto a try – your taste buds will thank you.

How to Make Basil Pesto - A Must Have Condiment- Delicious!
Recipe Video
Ingredients
6 Garlic Cloves, peeled and chopped
½ cup Blanched Almonds, Pine or Macadamia Nuts
2 cups (approximately) tightly packed fresh sweet Basil Leaves (reserve a few leaves to make a chiffonade for decoration)
½ cup freshly grated Reggiano Parmesan Cheese
¼ teaspoon freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until the pesto looks like a coarse paste.
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