Homemade Basil Pesto

Keeping a jar of homemade basil pesto within reach has its own perks. While it feels yummy to this Italian sauce by the spoonful, it can also turn any dish into a culinary beauty. Toss it with pasta, slather it on sandwiches or simply serve it as a dip with crackers, basil pesto comes out as clear winner. Though I stuck to the classic recipe, you may switch the Parmesan with creamier ricotta cheese or add cilantro leaves for aromatic whiff. Each time basil pesto will shine; no contest!

Step by Step Photos: Homemade Basil Pesto

1. Combine all ingredients to the blender and process.

2. Enjoy.

Homemade Basil Pesto

By ruchi

Skill Scale: Easy
Serving: 1
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1/3 cup

Ingredients

• basil leaves - 1 oz
• clove garlic - 1
• pine nuts - 2 tbsp
• Parmesan cheese - 1/3 cup
• salt - 1/2 tsp
• black pepper - pinch
• extra virgin olive oil - 3-4 tbsp

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients to the blender and process.
• Enjoy.

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