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The Basics: How to Make Pesto

by on ‎11-02-2016 08:42 AM

 

Pesto

Makes ½ cup

 

Ingredients:

1 clove garlic

¼ cup pine nuts

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cups fresh basil leaves

¼ - ½ cup olive oil

squeeze of lemon juice

¼ teaspoon salt

freshly ground black pepper

 

Directions:

  1. Using a food processor, running with the lid on, drop the garlic and pine nuts down the feed tube and process. Add the Parmesan cheese. Add the basil leaves. Drizzle in the olive oil slowly and process until everything comes together and the pesto is the consistency you’re looking for. Season to taste with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Set aside.

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Meredith Laurence - Blue Jean Chef