Fresh basil pesto in a jar with garlic and basil
Pesto

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πŸ“… Plan This Meal

πŸ“– Instructions

🌿 Toast the Nuts
Lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. This deepens their flavor. Let cool.

πŸ§„ Blend the Base
Add the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan to a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped.

πŸ«’ Stream the Oil
With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto comes together into a smooth, vibrant green sauce.

πŸƒ Season & Store
Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon to keep the color bright. Toss with hot pasta, spread on sandwiches, or store with a thin film of oil on top in the fridge for up to a week.

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Submitted by: Chef Beatrice

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