For fresh flavor on pastas and proteins, try this homemade basil pesto tonight. Chances are, you already have some of the ingredients ready to go.
Basil Pesto
Chef Jamie Teigen
1 cup
10 minutes
Italian
Sauce
Pine nuts can be expensive, and they're not everyone's favorite. If walnuts or pecans are more accessible, try swapping them out for the pine nuts here. You might find a new favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
3 tbsp toasted pine nuts
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 garlic clove
3 tsp fresh lemon juice
¼ cup + 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Mini Food Processor
Directions
- Combine basil leaves, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor.
Pulse until finely minced, scraping down sides with a spatula.
While the food processor is running, slowly add the olive oil in a small steady stream, scraping down sides with a spatula.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Use immediately or refrigerate up to 1 week.