Basil Pesto
Yield: 2 cups
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| Ingredients |
| 1/2 pound |
fresh basil, chiffonade |
| 1/4 Cup + 2 tbl |
pine nuts, toasted and cooled |
| 1/2 clove |
garlic, sliced |
| 1 cup |
extra virgin olive oil |
| 1/4 Cup + 2 tbl |
parmesan cheese, grated |
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| Nutrition Facts |
| Total Calories |
66 |
| Calories from Fat |
64 |
| Total Fat |
7g |
| Saturated Fat |
1g |
Cholesterol
|
1mg |
| Sodium |
21mg |
| Carbohydrates |
0g |
| Fiber |
0g |
| Sugar |
0g |
| Protein |
1g |
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- Put basil, pine nuts, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor
and pulse until fairly smooth.
- Pour 3/4 of the olive oil into running
food processor in a steady stream until the mixture is thick but
liquid.
- Add grated parmesan
and continue to process. Adjust to desired consistency with the
remaining oil. Check seasoning and adjust if necessary. Use immediately
or cover with a thin layer of olive oil and store in the refrigerator.

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