Pesto
Basil pesto recipe
Pesto is a versatile and delicious sauce that can elevate any dish. I like to have it with pasta, spread it on a sandwich, enjoy it with eggs for breakfast, or use it as a dip. Plus, it's simple and fast to make with fresh ingredients!
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts (you can substitute with walnuts)
3 garlic cloves
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prep the Basil and Nuts: Wash the basil leaves thoroughly and pat them dry.
Blend the Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, combine the basil leaves, nuts, and garlic. Pulse a few times to chop everything roughly.
Add Cheese and Oil: Add the grated Parmesan cheese. Add the olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
Season and Finish: Season the pesto with salt and pepper to taste.
Store and Serve: Transfer the pesto to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
You can adapt the proportions of ingredients based on your taste. Personally, I like garlic very much, so I usually add a bit more than what's written in the recipe.
Today we cooked spinach gnocchi, and the pesto was the perfect match.
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