Homemade Comfort Food: Savor the Joy of Family Recipes

Homemade Comfort Food: Savor the Joy of Family Recipes

Delicious homemade pesto in just 10 minutes, using fresh herbs and ingredients. A perfect, healthy alternative to store-bought options.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Pesto Ingredients

2 cups Fresh basil leaves The star of the show.
2 cloves Garlic Adjust to taste.
1/3 cup Pine nuts Can substitute with walnuts.
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Vegan alternatives work too.
1/2 cup Olive oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
1 tablespoon Lemon juice Omit if preferred.
to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

Food Processor

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gather all ingredients and rinse the basil leaves. Pat dry. Peel and chop the garlic. Toast pine nuts in a pan for 3-5 minutes.
In a food processor, combine toasted pine nuts, garlic, and basil leaves. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
Add Parmesan cheese and pulse again. With processor running, drizzle in olive oil until emulsified.
Season with salt and pepper, and pulsing to combine. Adjust flavors as needed.
Transfer to an airtight container. Drizzle olive oil on top if not using immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week; freeze portions in ice cube trays for up to 6 months.

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