Herb Pesto
Pesto can be created using a variety of base ingredients such as herbs, greens, and sun-dried tomatoes, as well as additions such as pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and chile peppers, depending on the desired finished result. The herb in this simple pesto are a guideline, so experiment with different choices and amounts until you get the taste you desire. Pesto is wonderful in soups and stews, as a topping for meats and poultry, or stirred into plain pasta for a simple and satisfying meal.
Makes
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Ingredients
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh oregano leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Put the basil, oregano, parsley, and garlic in a food processor and pulse for about 3 minutes or until very finely chopped.
- Drizzle the olive oil into the pesto until a thick paste forms, scraping down the sides at least once.
- Add the lemon juice and pulse until well blended.
- Store the pesto in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Cooking Tip
It is best to use extra virgin olive oil in this recipe.
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