Cinzia's Basil Pesto Recipe

1      Reviews by:    Faith McCarn   Cinzia's Basil Pesto Recipe combines basil leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese to create a delicious basil pesto which complements almost every dish. Food Category:    Sauces Cuisine Origin:    Italian    Servings: 18 Calories: 58 per serving Print Preview Rate This Recipe Prep Time:   8 Minutes Cook Time:   1 Minutes Total Time:   9 Minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)
• 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

• Rinse basil leaves well and pat dry before measuring. In blender or food processor combine oil, lemon juice, and garlic; add basil, pine nuts (if used), and cheese. Whirl or process until pureed.

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