Pesto Sauce, Winter Style
Description
This winter-style pesto diverges from traditional summer basil versions by incorporating a robust blend of fresh parsley, dried basil, and plenty of garlic. The result is a deep, savory sauce with a rich, nutty texture thanks to the toasted pine nuts and generous amount of Parmesan cheese. Olive oil binds the ingredients into a smooth, emulsified consistency that clings beautifully to pasta. It is an excellent choice for colder months when fresh basil is less available or when you crave a more pungent, aromatic profile. Use it to toss with hot pasta, spread on toasted bread, or as a flavorful base for soups and roasted meats.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel the garlic cloves and roughly chop them.
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Rinse the parsley bunch thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel or spin in a salad spinner. Remove any tough stems, keeping the leaves and tender stalks.
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Place the garlic, parsley, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, dried basil, and salt into the bowl of a blender or food processor.
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Pour in the olive oil.
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Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and emulsified, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt if necessary.
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Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the sauce to prevent browning, then seal with the lid.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 890.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 90.4g140%
- Saturated Fat 12.7g64%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 10.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.8g7%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 4.2g9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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