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Classic Pesto

Ingredients :

4 cups fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry

1/4 cup pine nuts, sunflower seeds, or walnuts

2 crushed garlic cloves

3/4 cup olive oil

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Place the basil, nuts, and garlic in a blender or food processor and blend or process until the leaves are chopped. Add the oil and blend or process until smooth. You may need to stop the machine, scrape the sides with a spatula, then blend or process again. Add the cheese, salt and pepper. Scoop the pesto into a large serving bowl and add 1 pound cooked and drained pasta; toss well.

This sauce freezes well.

Serves: NA

Calories Per Serving: NA

Preparation Time: NA

Difficulty: Easy


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