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fresh basil pesto sauce in glass bowl

Pesto Sauce (Classic Basil Pesto)

A classic basil pesto sauce made with fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan, and olive oil. A quick and versatile pesto recipe ready in minutes.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 loose cups basil
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 tbsps grated Romano
  • 1/2 cup EVOO
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, toss the basil and pine nuts and run on high.
  • Stop the machine and add a few punches of salt, cheeses and garlic and run on high.
  • While the machine is still running, slowly add the EVOO.
  • Taste it for salt and enjoy!