Elevate your dishes with the vibrant flavors of homemade pesto. This Quick and Easy Pesto recipe takes just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes to prepare, resulting in a versatile sauce that can instantly transform pasta, sandwiches, salads, and more. With the aromatic blend of fresh basil, rich Parmesan, pine nuts, and zesty garlic, this pesto is a delightful way to infuse your meals with a burst of deliciousness.
Quick and Easy Pesto Recipe - Bursting with Fresh Flavor
This Quick and Easy Pesto recipe brings the vibrant essence of fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan to your table with minimal effort. Elevate your dishes with the bright and aromatic flavors of this homemade pesto, and discover how a simple sauce can add a burst of deliciousness to your favorite meals. Whether you're preparing a quick weeknight dinner or impressing guests with a flavorful spread, this versatile pesto is a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.
Equipment
- food processor
- rubber spatula
Ingredients
- basil leaves
- parmesan cheese
- pine nuts
- garlic
- olive oil
- salt and black pepper
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, add the fresh basil leaves and pine nuts. Pulse a few times until they are roughly chopped.
- Add the peeled garlic cloves and grated Parmesan cheese to the food processor. Blend again until the mixture is well combined.
- While the food processor is running, slowly stream in the extra-virgin olive oil through the feed tube. Continue blending until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Season the pesto with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your preference. You can also add more Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the food processor to ensure all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the pesto to a clean jar or airtight container.
- Use the pesto immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy it as a sauce for pasta, a spread for sandwiches, a dip for vegetables, or a flavorful addition to salads.
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Notes
- For a nutty variation, try substituting pine nuts with almonds, walnuts, or even pistachios.
- If you'd like a milder garlic flavor, you can briefly sauté the garlic cloves in olive oil before blending.
- To prevent the basil from turning brown, blanch the basil leaves in boiling water for a few seconds and then plunge them into ice water before blending.
Nutrition
Serving: 800g
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