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Homemade Basil Pesto

closeup of homemade basil pesto on a spoon
  • Serves:  8
  • Prep Time:  5 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves (about 2½ ounces)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Method

  1. In a food processor, combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and salt. Pulse 20 times until just blended.

  2. With the processor running on low, slowly pour in the olive oil. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.


Note: We love to portion this pesto into an ice cube tray and freeze it so we always have it ready to go.