Fresh, fragrant, and full of flavour, this Basil Pesto is your go-to recipe for pasta, sandwiches, pizzas, or even roasted veggies. It’s bright, garlicky, and comes together in minutes — no cooking required. Once you taste it fresh, you’ll never go back to store-bought again.
Why You’ll Love It
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Fast & Fresh: Ready in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients.
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Versatile: Use it on everything from pasta to grilled chicken.
- Flavor Bomb: Sweet basil, sharp cheese, rich nuts, and bold garlic in perfect harmony.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/3 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
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2–3 garlic cloves
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1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice to brighten
How to Make It
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Add to processor: In a food processor, combine basil, nuts, garlic, and cheese.
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Pulse until chopped: Blend until mixture forms a coarse paste.
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Stream in olive oil: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in oil until smooth.
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Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice if using. Done!
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