Basil Pesto

I used to always buy my pesto, but since discovering how easy it is to make, I now make it myself all the time. All you need is a blender or food processor and about five minutes. It stores well in a jar in the fridge for three to five days.

Basil Pesto

COOKING TIME

5

MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove 

  • 50g pine nuts 

  • 50g Parmesan cheese grated 

  • 90g fresh basil leaves 

  • 150ml extra virgin olive oil 

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper 

  • Squeeze of lemon 

Method

  1. Blend the garlic, pine nuts, and the Parmesan using a food processor until smooth. 

  2. Add basil leaves and pulse. 

  3. With the food processor still running, drizzle the olive oil into the ingredients until combined. 

  4. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon. It is very important to taste to ensure the seasoning is just right. 

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