Pesto (Basil Sauce)

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Italian-style classic sauce that brings home-style flavor to your table
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Pesto (Basil Sauce)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 286.5

Description

This Italian sauce features Basil leaves, Garlic, minced, Olive oil, Pine nuts. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Freshly ground black pepper Puree all the ingredients in a blender or in a food processor.
  2. Or, if you want to do it the traditional way, pound the basil leaves, garlic, salt & nuts together with a mortar & pestle & then
  3. beat in the olive oil.
  4. Use in soups or toss with hot pasta & serve as a main dish.
  5. Smaller quantities make an ideal appetizer.
  6. Will keep in the refrigerator or will freeze

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 286.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.4g47%
Saturated Fat 4.3g22%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 612.3mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: basil, blending, chopped, garlic, italian, leaves, minced, nuts, oil, olive, pesto, pine, salt, sauce, title, vegan, vegetarian
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