Homemade Pesto Sauce
A fresh and flavorful homemade pesto sauce that’s easy to prepare and packed with vibrant ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the fresh basil leaves, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, pine nuts, and garlic cloves in a food processor.
- Pulse these ingredients together until everything is finely chopped and well mixed.
- With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil and blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream for a creamier texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Serve over cooked pasta or use in various dishes.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and feel free to experiment with different nuts and cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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