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Lighter Pesto
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 4
A Pesto Sauce with less oil and more basil. You could add 3 tbsp. of walnut pieces if you wanted that nutty flavor.
Ingredients:
3 cups basil leaves
3 tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tbsp. lemon juice
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Directions:
1. In a food processor, combine basil, Parmesan, garlic, lemon juice, and 3 tbsp. water; season with salt and pepper. Puree until a paste forms.
2. Stream in oil while motor is running. Process until smooth, about 1 minute.
By RecipeOfHealth.com