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
Recipe Ingredients
- 6 Garlic Cloves peeled and chopped
- ยฝ 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)
- ยฝ cup freshly grated Reggiano Parmesan Cheese
- ยผ tsp freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Recipe Instructions
- In a food processor, combine all ingredients and blend until the pesto looks like a coarse paste.
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