Basil Pesto Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Basil leaves | 2 Cup (32 tbs) (fresh) | |
| Pine nuts | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), toasted | |
| Garlic | 1 Clove (5 gm) | |
| Salt | 1⁄2 Teaspoon | |
| Black pepper | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Olive oil | 2⁄3 Cup (10.67 tbs) | |
| Pecorino romano cheese | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), grated |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 408 Calories from Fat 388
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 44 g67.6%
Saturated Fat 6.8 g33.9%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 5.5 mg1.8%
Sodium 402.4 mg16.8%
Total Carbohydrates 2 g0.7%
Dietary Fiber 0.61 g2.5%
Sugars 0.4 g
Protein 3 g6%
Vitamin A 12.7% Vitamin C 4.5%
Calcium 10.9% Iron 6.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. Toast pine nuts on a cookie sheet in a 400° oven for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
MAKING
2. In a food processor, pulse the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and salt and pepper until finely chopped.
3. Gradually add oil to form a smooth and thick consistency.
4. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the cheese.
SERVING
5. Season pesto with more salt and pepper, if desired and serve with your favorite pasta or pizza.
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