Basil Pesto

July 11, 2013

Oh Summer! Is there anything better? Relaxed schedules, vacation bible school, park time, watching movies until the wee hours, sangria, PESTO! That's right friends. One of my favorite things about summer is pesto! I'm not picky about what kind. I like them all. Spinach, pea, arugula, basil, you name it, I like it. This is my favorite basil pesto. I picked up a really beautiful bunch of basil at the farmer's market last weekend and I couldn't think of anything I'

2 c. packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 c. toasted pine nuts
1 garlic clove
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. black pepper
2/3 c. extra virgin olive oil
1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese

In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, garlic, salt and pepper until finely chopped. With the processor still running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is a smooth and thick...
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Nutritions

Calories
74

Sodium
267mg
11% DV

Fat
4g
6% DV

Protein
5g
10% DV

Carbs
1.0g
0% DV

Fiber
0.30000000000000004g
1% DV

Vegetarian Italian