Pesto is a traditional Italian sauce served with pasta, but it’s also great for dressing salads, meat, bread and much more.
Recipe · Sauces
Pesto sauce
- 6 ingredients
- 4 steps
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Step-by-step preparation
- In a food processor, blend the basil leaves, Parmesan, pine nuts and garlic until well combined into a paste.
- Gradually add the olive oil while blending until you have a smooth, even sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper and mix well.
- Store the pesto in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Enjoy this delicious homemade pesto, full of fresh basil, Parmesan and toasted pine nuts! Use it with your favorite pasta, as a salad dressing or spread on toast. To vary the recipe, try different nuts or herbs, such as macadamias or cilantro, to create your own version.