Simple Homemade Pesto Recipe
A vibrant and aromatic sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, and nuts, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and more.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves Packed, washed, and dried.
- 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic cloves.
- 1/3 cup Pine Nuts Lightly toasted.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the pine nuts from the skillet and let them cool slightly.
- In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and pulse until well incorporated.
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste and add salt and pepper as needed, blending briefly to combine.
- Transfer the pesto to a clean jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
For variations, consider adding lemon juice, different herbs, or using other nuts.