Basil Pecan Pesto

Basil Pecan Pesto
  • 3 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1 1/2 cups pecans
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper to taste


  1. Blend the basil, pecans, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a food processor until the mixture becomes a slightly chunky paste.

05/05/2018
Basil Pecan Pesto, recipe PT15M PT1H 5 455 calories

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