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Basil pesto sauce
5 from 24 votes

Basil Pesto Recipe

Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Servings: 12 (2 tablespoons each)
Calories: 136kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups of fresh basil washed and dried
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 3 tablespoons of shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a food processor combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan and Romano cheeses, and olive oil. Mix until well blended. Taste for salt (depending on the cheeses you are using it may need it or not) and pepper. Mix again.
  • If you notice the pesto is very thick add a little bit more oil.
  • That’s it, ready to serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Basil Pesto Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
136
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Cholesterol
 
7
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
96
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
45
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
1
g
0
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
352
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
92
mg
9
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Salsas & Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: how to make pesto, recipes with basil
Author: Silvia Martinez