Recipes Nugget Markets Signature Recipes
Basil Pesto
- Prep time
- 5 minutes PT5M
- Cook time
- N/A PT0
- Yield
- 2 cups
- Difficulty
Basil pesto is delicious as a finishing sauce on everything from pasta and roasted veggies to chicken and fish.
Ingredients
- 2 bunches basil
- ¼ cup toasted almonds
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¾-1 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
Stem and wash basil. In a blender, add the basil, toasted almonds, garlic and parmesan cheese. Blend ingredients on medium-high speed; slowly add olive oil until ingredients move freely in the blender. Scrape down the sides as necessary. When oil is incorporated, season with salt and pepper and serve. Store covered in the refrigerator.