Fresh Sweet Basil Pesto Recipes

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THE BEST BASIL PESTO



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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

1 clove of garlic
1 large bunch of fresh basil, (40g)
50 g pine nuts
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
50 g Parmesan
optional:
1 cooked Jersey Royal or new potato

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



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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

4 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
⅔ cup pine nuts
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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 RECIPE



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This post covers how to make pesto sauce, how to store it, and more! If you've never made homemade pesto before, you've been missing out!

Provided by Sweet Basil

Categories     50+ Homemade Condiment Recipes

Time 4m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 Cup plus 1 1/2 Tablespoons Pine Nuts
3 Cloves Garlic (unpeeled)
3 Cups Fresh Basil (packed)
1/4 Cup plus 1-2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/4 Cup plus 2 Tablespoons Parmesan cheese (grated)
Salt ((to taste))

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the pine nuts and garlic.
  • Toast for a few minutes or until golden brown, shaking the pan occasionally to toss the pine nuts and promote even color.
  • Once the pine nuts are done, remove them from the pan and continue to toast the garlic.
  • Remove garlic from the pan and remove the skin.
  • Wait until both garlic and pine nuts are cooled.
  • Place the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil in a blender and pulse until smooth, but still a tad grainy in texture.
  • Place everything in a bowl and stir in the cheese.
  • Salt to taste and store according to post directions.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 Cup, Calories 842 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 85 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 388 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g

FRESH SWEET BASIL PESTO RECIPE



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This Sweet Basil Pesto Recipe is absolutely delicious and so versatile. As an appetizer, an amazing pasta dish or drizzle it over fish, pork, or chicken.

Provided by Julie Menghini

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup walnuts (chopped)
1/4 cup pignoli ((pine nuts))
3 tbs grated garlic (9 cloves)
5 cups sweet basil leaves (packed)
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups olive oil (extra virgin)
1 cup Parmesan Reggiano (I prefer freshly grated)

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts, pignoli, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process for 30 seconds. Add the basil leaves, salt, and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is thoroughly pureed. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute.
  • Serve, or store the pesto in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 876 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRESH BASIL PESTO



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Homemade pesto is one of the best ways to enjoy a bounty of fresh basil. It's great on pasta, baked potatoes, pizza, or bread. Make it in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Condiment     Freezer-friendly     Sauce     Basil     Pasta     Pesto     Pine Nut

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed (can sub half the basil leaves with baby spinach)
1/2 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan-Reggiano cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts (can sub chopped walnuts)
3 garlic cloves, minced (about 3 teaspoons)
1/4 teaspoon salt, more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more to taste

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

FRESH BASIL PESTO



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A great recipe for fresh basil pesto with just the right amounts of everything. Even my DH loves it!

Provided by Klantz

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups packed fresh basil
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 dash fresh lemon juice
½ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine basil, oil, pine nuts, garlic, and lemon juice in a food processor or blender; puree until smooth. Stir in Pecorino Romano cheese, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 186.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

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