Pesto Sauce

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This pesto sauce recipe is a quick and easy pasta topping. A great change from red sauce.

By Sara
Updated on February 21, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
16
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh basil leaves

  • 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts

  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 cup olive oil

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Blend together basil leaves, nuts, garlic, and cheese in a food processor until finely chopped.

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  3. Pour in oil slowly with the processor running. Season with salt and pepper.

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  4. Season with salt and pepper.

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  5. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

199 Calories
21g Fat
2g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 199
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 3g 14%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 20mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 40mg 3%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 76mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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