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Basil Pesto
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Servings:
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1 Cup |
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Rating:
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Good |
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Categories:
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Sauces & Relishes |
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Ingredient List
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2 Cups Packed Fresh Basil Leaves
3 Cloves Garlic
1/3 Cup Pine Nuts
2/3 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
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Kosher Salt to taste
3/4 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper or to taste
1/2 Cup Grated Pecorino Cheese
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Recipe Steps
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Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
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Add 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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If using immediately, add all the remaining oil and pulse until smooth. Transfer the pesto to a large serving bowl and mix in the cheese.
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If freezing, transfer to an air-tight container and drizzle remaining oil over the top. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw and stir in cheese.
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Special Notes
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When Freezing, I divide in half. One half batch of Pesto is perfect for a batch of pasta.
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