Easy Classic Basil Pesto Recipes
THE BEST BASIL PESTO
Pesto is so versatile, the principle of herbs, nuts and cheese, bolstered by garlic and good extra virgin olive oil, can be taken in so many different ways. This is the classic combo, celebrating basil, pine nuts and Parmesan, but use what you've got in stock.
Provided by Jamie Oliver
Categories Quick fixes Vegetables Italian Potato Keep cooking and carry on Sauces & condiments
Time 5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel and bash the garlic in a pestle and mortar with a pinch of sea salt.
- Pick the basil leaves and add with the pine nuts, and pound to a coarse paste.
- Muddle in the extra virgin olive oil and finely grate and stir in the Parmesan, adding a splash of water if you like it a little runnier, then continue bashing and pounding until smooth.
- Have a taste and season with salt and black pepper, if needed. For a lovely creamy finish, try crumbling in and stirring through a cooked Jersey Royal. Serve with grilled meat or fish, or simply stirred through pasta - delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 14.2 g fat, SaturatedFat 2.9 g saturated fat, Protein 4.4 g protein, Carbohydrate 1.6 g carbohydrate, Sugar 0.4 g sugar, Sodium 0.5 g salt, Fiber 0.3 g fibre
BASIL PESTO
Basil pesto is extremely versatile! It enhances the flavor for all dishes like steak, chicken, fish, vegetables, and pasta! After the ingredients are combined and formed into a tube shape, simply slice whatever size portion you need and freeze the rest! Easy-breezy to prepare and bursting with flavor!
Provided by Bwoogie1
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add garlic, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture becomes smooth and blended.
- Pour mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap; roll into a tube shape and seal. Store in the refrigerator until needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 87.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CLASSIC PESTO
Whizz up delicious homemade pesto in under 15 minutes using just five ingredients. This herby Italian-style sauce is great stirred through pasta for a quick meal
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Condiment, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Pasta
Time 15m
Yield Makes 250ml
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a small frying pan over a low heat. Cook the pine nuts until golden, shaking occasionally. Put into a food processor with the basil, parmesan, olive oil and garlic cloves. Whizz until smooth, then season to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium
CLASSIC PESTO
Some say using a blender rather than a food processor results in a smoother puree. When combining pesto with pasta, Ligurians mix a small ladle of the cooking water into the pesto just before adding the noodles; this dilutes the concentrated sauce and helps it adhere to the pasta.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Condiment/Spread Sauce No-Cook Low Carb Parmesan Basil Pine Nut Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine first 4 ingredients in blender. Blend until paste forms, stopping often to push down basil. Add both cheeses and salt; blend until smooth. Transfer to small bowl. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Top with 1/2 inch olive oil and chill.)
CLASSIC PESTO
Fresh basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese combine for a classic pesto recipe that's prepared in just minutes. Serve over 1 pound of pasta.
Provided by happywife05
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine basil, oil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and salt in a food processor or blender. Mix until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 2.3 mg, Fat 32.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 331.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
EASY CLASSIC BASIL PESTO
Steps:
- Place food processor container and blade in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Meanwhile wash and dry fresh basil leaves.
- Remove container and blade from refrigerator. Add 1/3 basil leaves, half the salt, one third of the olive oil and pulse to combine. Add another 1/3 basil leaves and pulse to combine add remaining basil leaves and pulse.
- Add pine nuts, Parmesan Cheese and Pecorino, another one third olive oil, remaining salt and pulse to combine, add remaining olive oil and garlic, pulse on high to combine. Serve over cooked pasta. Enjoy!
- **Makes approximately 1 cup pesto, I served half over 3 cups cooked Penne Pasta with a little olive oil drizzled and tossed. Left over Pesto should be refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 kcal, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 136 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
GIADA'S CLASSIC PESTO
Giada's classic pesto is based off of the traditional version from Genoa - with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan and olive oil.
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories condiment Salad Dressing sauce
Time 5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, pulse the basil, pine nuts, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper until finely chopped. With the blender still running, gradually add enough oil to form a smooth and thick consistency. Transfer the pesto to a medium bowl and stir in the cheese. Season the pesto with more salt and pepper to taste.
- The pesto can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6, Calories 289
EASY BASIL PESTO
This recipe for Basil Pesto is a classic and authentic recipe using pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and it only takes 5 minutes to make! It is a great way to use fresh basil and can be frozen to use for quick and flavorful weeknight meals at any time of year.
Provided by Katie Webster
Categories Condiment
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fit food processor with steel blade attachment. Close lid and turn on motor. Drop garlic through feed tube of food processor and allow to process until finely chopped.
- Open lid, add basil and pine nuts. Process until finely chopped.
- Drizzle oil through feed tube with motor running.
- Scrape down sides, add Parmesan, and process until rough paste forms, scraping sides as necessary to process mixture evenly. Taste and add salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 154 calories, Sugar 0 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g
BASIL PESTO RECIPE
Pesto Sauce is so easy to make and homemade pesto tastes way better than storebought. This Basil Pesto recipe is fantastic with pasta, chicken, or sandwiches.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash and dry the basil leaves.
- Place basil into a food processor, add cheese, nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.
- Season with more salt to taste if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRESH BASIL PESTO
Steps:
- Season the pesto sauce: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss with pasta for a quick sauce, dollop over baked potatoes, or spread onto crackers or toasted slices of bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 359 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 38 g, ServingSize Makes 1 cup, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BASIL PESTO
Keep this basic Basil Pesto recipe from Food Network Kitchen in your arsenal and use it for topping pasta, fish, chicken, pizza and more.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 5m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- 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.
- 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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