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Garden Pesto

Basil leaves darken quickly after washing, so rinse them lightly and dry just before using.

Courses: Sauces
Serves: 4 people

Recipe Ingredients

2 cups 80g / 2.8ozFresh basil leaves
4 teaspoons 20mlMinced garlic
2 tablespoons 30mlPine nuts
1/3 cup 78mlExtra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons 30mlGrated Parmesan
  Salt - to taste
  Freshly-ground black pepper - to taste

Recipe Instructions

Chop the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil. Blend in the cheese, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days.

This recipe yields about 1 cup for 4 servings.

Per 1/4 cup: 200 calories, 4g carbohydrates, 4g protein, 19g fat, no cholesterol.

Source:
Simply Delicious by Sheila Lukins from Parade magazine - Pub date: - 08-25-2002

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