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Classic Basil Pesto

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PREP TIME
5 min
COOKING TIME
5 min
TOTAL TIME
15 min
SERVINGS
6 servings
Dinner Italian
Classic Basil Pesto
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves, stems removed
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1
Spread pine nuts in a single layer across the surface of a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly and attentively, until they emit a pleasant aroma and turn a warm golden color, typically within 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pine nuts from the skillet immediately and place them on a plate, thus halting their cooking process; permit them to relax and cool down for approximately 5 minutes.
2
Next, combine the toasted pine nuts with fresh basil leaves and minced garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Process these ingredients until they are well combined and have a uniform texture.
3
Subsequently, slowly pour olive oil into the processor while it is operating on low speed. Continue processing until the mixture has achieved a smooth consistency. Finally, add grated Parmesan cheese to the processor and blend until just combined, taking care not to overprocess.