Simple Basil Pesto

Name: Simple Basil Pesto
Ingredients: 4 Cloves Garlic; 1/4 - 1/2 tsp Salt (Optional); 3/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 cup Walnuts; 1/2 cup Olive Oil; 3 cups Fresh Basil

6 ingredients

1 steps

Ingredients

4 Cloves Garlic
1/4 - 1/2 tsp Salt (Optional)
3/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup Walnuts
1/2 cup Olive Oil
3 cups Fresh Basil

Directions

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{"0":"Add garlic, cheese and nuts to a blender or food processor.","1":"Blend until sandy in texture.","2":"Add basil to the mix.","3":"While blending add the olive oil until the consistency you like is reached.","4":"Taste and add salt if needed.","6":"Notes:","7":"1) You can sub in other nuts for the walnuts. Pine nuts are traditional, but I prefer the flavor and price of walnuts.","8":"2) You can use other hard cheeses for this as well (eg pecorino).","9":"3) You can sub in or add other herbs. Rosemary adds a nice complexity.","10":"4) This pesto freezes really well. When I make it, I'll make 4-5 recipes and freeze it for later on."}