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Basic Pesto
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons chopped fresh italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh greek oregano leaves
3 large cloves garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
serving suggestion: fresh pasta
Directions:
1. Combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, parsley, oregano and garlic in a food processor or blender and process until finely ground. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil. Let stand for 5 minutes before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve with fresh pasta.
2. This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
By RecipeOfHealth.com