Pesto sauce is a summer staple in our house. I make big batches of it in late summer when my basil pots are overgrown. I then freeze it so I can enjoy it all winter long. Pesto is easy to make. Just throw all the ingredients in a food processor and presto- you've got pesto!
Pesto Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh basil
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 turns of fresh ground pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Heat and serve over your favorite pasta.Makes ¾ cup.
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