Basil pesto is extremely versatile. It enhances the flavor of dishes like steak, chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta. After combining the ingredients and forming into a tube shape, simply slice whatever size portion you need and freeze the rest. Easy-breezy to prepare and bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
- packed fresh basil leaves: 4 cups
- freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese: 1 cup
- olive oil: 1 cup
- pine nuts: 0.66667 cup (optional)
- garlic: 6 clove (minced)
- salt and ground black pepper: (to taste)
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Stages of cooking
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Combine basil, cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and blended.
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Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.
