The Best Classic Pesto Recipes

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CLASSIC PESTO

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7



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Steps:

  • Add the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts and garlic to a food processor. Pulse a few times to break up the garlic and nuts. Add 1/4 cup olive oil and pulse a few more times, scraping down the sides as needed. With the motor running, stream in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and the lemon juice until a thick paste forms. Add salt and pepper to taste and pulse a few more times to combine.
  • Remove and store, refrigerated in an airtight container, for up to 2 days (with a thin layer of olive oil drizzled on top so that it does not turn brown).

1 bunch fresh basil (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional as needed
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

THE BEST CLASSIC PESTO

Peppery, tangy, creamy, and fresh-tasting - this pesto has it all. It's a great way to use up the bounty of your summer herb garden, and each batch will last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks! Use it to dress up pasta, potatoes, eggs, sauces, marinades, or soups. Spread it on bread and top with grilled chicken and tomatoes for a delightful open-faced sandwich. Or, stir a spoonful into mayonnaise for a homemade pesto aioli.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Pesto Sauce

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7



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Steps:

  • Pulse basil and garlic in a food processor about 8 times until finely chopped. Add toasted pine nuts and salt; turn processor on low and drizzle olive oil through the chute until everything is incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; pulse 2 times.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 395 mg

3 cups packed fresh basil leaves, washed and thoroughly dried
2 large cloves garlic
¼ cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

CLASSIC PESTO

Whizz up delicious homemade pesto in under 15 minutes using just five ingredients. This herby Italian-style sauce is great stirred through pasta for a quick meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Condiment, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Pasta

Time 15m

Yield Makes 250ml

Number Of Ingredients 5



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Steps:

  • Heat a small frying pan over a low heat. Cook the pine nuts until golden, shaking occasionally. Put into a food processor with the basil, parmesan, olive oil and garlic cloves. Whizz until smooth, then season to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium

50g pine nuts
80g basil
50g parmesan or vegetarian alternative
150ml olive oil
2 garlic cloves

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