Simple Garlic and Basil Pesto

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This recipe is something that you can make quickly and easily using a blender. Everything you need is easy to find in your local supermarket. This paste is great for putting on or in meat and pastas, or with cottage cheese in stuffed pasta shells. Once I start making this, the orders from friends and family keep coming in. For best taste, pesto should be heated up in the meal it's being prepared with.

Submitted by FUZZYGREENMONKEY
Updated on September 16, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 3 cups chopped fresh basil

  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • ½ cup pine nuts

  • ⅛ cup Brazil nuts

  • ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

Directions

  1. Place the basil in a blender. Pour in about 1 tablespoon of the oil, and blend basil into a paste. Gradually add pine nuts, Brazil nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, chili powder, and remaining oil. Continue to blend until smooth.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

234 Calories
24g Fat
2g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 234
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 70mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 4g 7%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 72mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 78mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.