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Pesto Genovese

Pesto Genovese

This vibrant green sauce made from fresh basil, garlic, and pine nuts is a staple of Italian cooking. Serve it over pasta or use it in sandwiches for a burst of flavor.

Ready in 10 minutes · serves 4 · 280 calories per serving · italian cuisine.

10
min total
4
servings
280
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 2 cupsfresh basil
  • 1/2 cupparmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cuppine nuts
  • 2 clovesgarlic
  • 1/2 cupolive oil
  • to tastesalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    In a food processor, combine basil, parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic.

  2. 02

    With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.

  3. 03

    Season with salt and serve with pasta or as a spread.

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