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Basil Pesto

This is a classic pesto recipe with pine nuts? enjoy!
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Course Healthy Main Dishes, Healthy Side Dishes
Cuisine Healthy & Nutritional
Servings 2 servings
Calories 1152 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup(s) fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup(s) pine nuts
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup(s) olive oil
  • 1 dash(es) salt, to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 ounce(s) Percorino Romano, freshly grated

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor or blender, blend Parmesan, pine nuts, basil, and garlic.
  • Pulse to combine while adding in olive oil slowly.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and pulse.
  • Serve over pasta, vegetables, or chicken.
  • You can even use as a spread for toasted bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 1152kcalCarbohydrates: 9.83gProtein: 37.31gFat: 113.21gSaturated Fat: 33.11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1557.93mgFiber: 1.57gSugar: 1.29g
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