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Perfect Pesto Recipe
Elevate your dishes with this Perfect Pesto Recipe! Blend together pine nuts, fresh basil leaves, Montego cheese, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil to create a flavorful and versatile sauce. Whether tossed with pasta, drizzled over grilled vegetables, or spread on sandwiches, this homemade pesto adds a burst of deliciousness to any meal.
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Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keywords: Basil, Easy Recipes, Easy to Make, Homemade, Pesto, Quick and Easy Recipe
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 832kcal
Ingredients
Let's gather the ingredients!
- 1 cup pine nuts
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves packed
- 1 cup Montego cheese grated, can be substituted with Parmesan, Gruyère, or Pecorino
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil you can adjust to achieve your desired consistency
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Let's Begin!
- In no particular order, throw all of these ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 832kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 87g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 46g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 798IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 334mg | Iron: 3mg
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