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Ligurian Basil Pesto Part 1 - Preparation Recipe Video

In part 1 of this 3-video guide, I explain what ingredients and equipment you'll need to make Ligurian basil pesto. Click on part 2 to get making it. For more recipes and videos, please visit http://www.pasta-recipes-made-easy.com/

Summary

Difficulty LevelVery EasyCuisineItalian

Main IngredientAlcohol, Basil

Ingredients

	Basil leaves	50 Gram, stalks removed
	Pine nuts	1 Tablespoon
	Garlic	1 Clove (5 gm), chopped
	Parmesan cheese	1 Tablespoon
	Salt	1 Pinch
	Extra virgin olive oil	2 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 271 Calories from Fat 215

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 24 g37.6%

Saturated Fat 3.9 g19.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10.2 mg3.4%

Sodium 499.3 mg20.8%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g1.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.5 g5.8%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 9 g18.6%

Vitamin A 54.1% Vitamin C 17.8%

Calcium 27.8% Iron 14.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Put basil, garlic, salt, cheese & olive oil to a blender.
Blend well.
Add pine nuts to the blender.
Blend again.
Pour in a bowl.
Serve pesto with your favorite pasta.

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