CLASSIC PESTO

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Fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese combine for a classic pesto recipe that's prepared in just minutes. Serve over 1 pound of pasta.

Provided by happywife05

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup fresh basil
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
5 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, peeled
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine basil, oil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a food processor or blender. Mix until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 331.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

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