Pesto Mayonnaise Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelVery Easy
Health IndexHealthy++Servings1
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group

Recipe Story

BASIL LEAVES Native to India, it has long been a mainstay in Italian cooking. Its leaves have a spicy smell and flavor that work well in everything from seafood cocktails and soups to stews and other meat dishes. Basil also is one of the main ingredients in pesto, a thick paste made by pounding the herb's green leaves with Parmesan and Pecorino cheeses, pine nuts and olive oil.

Ingredients

 Basil leaves1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), lightly packed
 Spinach leaves1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), lightly packed
 Lemon juice2 Tablespoon
 Olive oil2 Tablespoon
 Parmesan cheese1 Tablespoon, grated
 Pine nuts1 Tablespoon, toasted
 Garlic1 Teaspoon, finely chopped
 Salt1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon
 Mayonnaise1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2801 Calories from Fat 2720

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 304 g467%

Saturated Fat 30.9 g154.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 245.9 mg82%

Sodium 2276.5 mg94.9%

Total Carbohydrates 7 g2.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 1.5 g

Protein 8 g16.6%

Vitamin A 22.6% Vitamin C 31.3%

Calcium 21% Iron 9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In food processor bowl, process all ingredients except mayonnaise until smooth.

Transfer basil mixture to bowl; stir in mayonnaise.

Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serve with French-fried potatoes or roasted potato wedges
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