Classic Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed, washed and dried
3 tbsp pine nuts
3 tbsp grated parmesan cheese , preferably parmigiano-reggiano, plus extra for topping
1/2 tsp garlic, minced , according to taste
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4-1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper , according to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil , plus
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

Place basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until ingredients begin to combine. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until incorporated.
Toss immediately with hot pasta, and top with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (makes enough for 1/3 to 1/2 pound of pasta).

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	314.66 Kcal (1317 kJ)
Calories from fat	257.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	28.6g	44%
Cholesterol	3.3mg	1%
Sodium	342.15mg	14%
Potassium	709.23mg	15%
Total Carbs	13.31g	4%
Sugars	0.8g	3%
Dietary Fiber	9.88g	40%
Protein	8.15g	16%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	1%
Iron	23.1mg	128%
Calcium	608.2mg	61%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	536.66 Kcal (2247 kJ)
Calories from fat	438.98 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	48.78g	44%
Cholesterol	5.63mg	1%
Sodium	583.54mg	14%
Potassium	1209.6mg	15%
Total Carbs	22.71g	4%
Sugars	1.36g	3%
Dietary Fiber	16.86g	40%
Protein	13.89g	16%
Vitamin C	0.7mg	1%
Iron	39.4mg	128%
Calcium	1037.3mg	61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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bitter
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