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Basic Basil Pesto
Serves
8
Recipe Provided By: EatingWell.com

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Average (25 Ratings):
4 out of 5 stars
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1. Ingredients
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup walnut pieces, toasted (see Tip)
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 large clove garlic, quartered
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Nutrition InfoPer Serving

Calories: 90 kcal
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Fat: 8 g
Protein: 2 g
Sugars: 0 g
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2. Cooking Directions
Place basil, walnuts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, oil, water, garlic, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse a few times, then process until fairly smooth, or to the desired consistency, scraping down the sides occasionally.
Yield: 8 servings

3. Still Hungry?
Simplicity reigns in this traditional sauce - just basil, garlic, cheese and olive oil. Our one modification? We like omega-3-laden walnuts in the mix for their crunch and delicate flavor, but pine nuts, almonds, pecans or even pistachios may be substituted for the walnuts.

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