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pesto

akflurry avatar
Recipe by
Sherry Blizzard
@akflurry
Piney Flats, TN

I got this recipe from a friend at work after I had complained about the abundance of basil from my garden. This is such a great way to ration out in proportions.

yield 4 half cup portions
prep time 10 Min
method Refrigerate/Freeze

Ingredients For pesto

  • TO BLEND TOGETHER AND FREEZE IN 1/2 CUP GLASS OR PLASTIC JARS:
  • 2 c
    fresh basil
  • 1/2 c
    extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 Tbsp
    pine nuts
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • ADD AFTER UNFREEZING:
  • 1/2 c
    parmesano reggiano cheese
  • 2 Tbsp
    grated pecorino romano cheese

How To Make pesto

  • 1
    Place the basil, evoo, pine nuts garlic and salt in a food processor. Pulse a few times, then process until a paste forms.
  • 2
    Place in clean 1/2 cup jars or plastic container.
  • 3
    Place in the freezer until ready to use. Thaw, then add the cheeses and mix thoroughly and use in your recipes.
  • 4
    NOTE: I love this sauce on a Zambini Pizza.
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