Basil 101: Pesto
Total Time
5 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(15)
Ingredients
1 cup
- ½ cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for a smoother pesto
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional
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Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor, combine the pine nuts, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and several grinds of pepper. Pulse until well chopped.
Step 2
Add the basil and pulse until combined.
Step 3
With the food processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and pulse until combined. Add the Parmesan cheese, if using, and pulse to briefly combine. For a smoother pesto, add more olive oil.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
For a smoother pesto, add more olive oil.
Parmesan cheese is optional.
