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Fresh Basil Pesto

Cost $8.5, save $7

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 10 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $8.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 2 cups packed fresh basil
    • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • ÂĽ cup toasted pine nuts
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, peeled
    • 🧀 ½ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese

STEPS

1

Gather the ingredients.

2

Combine basil leaves, oil, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor or blender; purée until smooth.

3

Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese; season to taste with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

170

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 1g
    Carbs
  • 18g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Store the pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.Freeze the pesto in ice cube trays for easy portioning and longer storage.Add a dash of lemon juice while blending to maintain the vibrant green color.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.