Classic Basil Pesto

Name: Classic Basil Pesto
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 118 milliliters basil leaves; 6 mediums large or garlic cloves; 59 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil; 2 Tbsps minced parsley; 3 Tbsps pine nuts; 79 milliliters shredded romano cheese; 1 teaspoons salt

Classic Basil Pesto might be a good recipe to expand your condiment collection. This recipe makes 1 servings with 841 calories, 16g of protein, and 84g of fat each. This recipe covers 25% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and vegetarian diet. A mixture of salt, garlic cloves, olive oil, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so delicious. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

Put basil in a mortar with garlic, romano cheese, pine nuts, parsley, and salt. Pound until smooth, then add olive oil and mix until smooth. Or, whirl all ingredients in a blender.

Ingredients you will need

Romano Cheese