Fresh Basil Pesto

AuthorNora WariachCategoryDifficultyBeginner

Making homemade pesto is easier than you think. Whether its an accompaniment on a meat and cheese board or being used to toss some pasta in, this fresh basil pesto is sure to please.

Yields1 Serving
Prep Time15 minsTotal Time15 mins
 2 cups Basil Leaves (fresh)
  cup Pine Nuts
  cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
 3 Garlic Cloves (fresh)
  cup Olive Oil
 1 tsp Lemon Juice (fresh)
 ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper
Preparation
1

Using a food processor, pulse together the basil, pine nuts, and garlic together. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to the mixture. Pulse until everything is blended together and relatively smooth. If desired, add ground black pepper or a pinch more of salt.

Plating
2

Store leftover pesto in an airtight jar and refrigerate up to 1 week. I use this fresh pesto on pastas, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.

Ingredients

 2 cups Basil Leaves (fresh)
  cup Pine Nuts
  cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
 3 Garlic Cloves (fresh)
  cup Olive Oil
 1 tsp Lemon Juice (fresh)
 ½ tsp Ground Black Pepper

Directions

Preparation
1

Using a food processor, pulse together the basil, pine nuts, and garlic together. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to the mixture. Pulse until everything is blended together and relatively smooth. If desired, add ground black pepper or a pinch more of salt.

Plating
2

Store leftover pesto in an airtight jar and refrigerate up to 1 week. I use this fresh pesto on pastas, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.

Fresh Basil Pesto