Basil Pesto Recipe (Pesto Genovese)

This delicious classic Italian basil pesto recipe is the perfect sauce to add to any pasta, sandwich, or main entree.

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It only requires a few ingredients and takes 15 minutes to make.

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INGREDIENTS:

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Toast the pine nuts over low heat until lightly browned in color.

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Pick the fresh basil leaves away from the stems.

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Add the basil, garlic cloves, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice to a food processor.

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Pulse it on high speed until finely chopped, which takes about 12-15 pulses.

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Season with salt and pepper and add in grated pecorino romano.

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