Name: Basil Pesto recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 cup fresh basil, leaves removed; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup pine nuts; 1/3 cup parmesan; 3 garlic clove small *to taste

by Anna B Last updated on 08/13/2020

A classic, simple basil pesto is a great pantry staple. Healthy, easy and quick to make it delivers delicious earthy, creamy flavours. Use it in your pasta dishes, salad dressings or on it's own as a dip. - Anna B

Ingredients

2 cup fresh basil, leaves removed
1/2 cup olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup parmesan
3 garlic clove small *to taste

Method

Step 1

Combine ingredients in a food processor.
Step 2

If it is too runny, add more Parmesan cheese.

Recipe Notes

from Australia’s Best Recipes team

Serve with Lebanese bread or mix into hot pasta.

What are the best ways to serve or use up your pesto?

Stir your homemade pesto through freshly cooked pasta, spread it on a sandwich, as a dip, mix it into your salad dressing, serve it on pizza or with your eggs for brekkie, the possibilities are truly endless.

How long will homemade basil pesto keep?

If you store your homemade pesto in an airtight jar or container, it should last up to one week in the fridge. The other option is to store the pesto in the freezer, then it should last up to 4-6 months.