Easy Homemade Pesto
Total Time
5 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Rating
4.92 out of 5 stars
(95)
Ingredients
1 cup
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ⅓ cup olive oil
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Preparation
Step 1
To make the pesto, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan in the bowl of a food processor; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Step 2
With the motor running, add olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside.
Step 3
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Best made using a food processor, not a blender, for the ideal consistency.
Adjust the amount of olive oil to reach your desired consistency.
Pine nuts can be expensive, but a small bag will last a long time, providing an excuse to make more pesto.
