Garden Pesto Recipe - Cooking Index
Basil leaves darken quickly after washing, so rinse them lightly and dry just before using.
Courses: Sauces2 cups | 80g / 2.8oz | Fresh basil leaves |
4 teaspoons | 20ml | Minced garlic |
2 tablespoons | 30ml | Pine nuts |
1/3 cup | 78ml | Extra-virgin olive oil |
2 tablespoons | 30ml | Grated Parmesan |
Salt - to taste | ||
Freshly-ground black pepper - to taste |
Chop the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil. Blend in the cheese, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days.
This recipe yields about 1 cup for 4 servings.
Per 1/4 cup: 200 calories, 4g carbohydrates, 4g protein, 19g fat, no cholesterol.
Source:
Simply Delicious by Sheila Lukins from Parade magazine - Pub date: - 08-25-2002
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