Basil Pesto

Pesto is one of those truly remarkable sauces —quick to make and versatile.

You can jazz up your pasta with it, smother over the sandwiches, or even make pizzas taste out of this world. Toss it in salads for a pop of flavor, or use it to marinate chicken for a taste explosion. This simple yet amazing sauce fits everyone's taste buds, turning every meal into something special. Plus, when you pair it with Sauvignon Blanc, the magic really happens

Prep Time10

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Basil, Basil Pesto Dressing, Basil Pesto Salad Dressing, Basil Pesto with Almonds, Basil Pesto without pine nuts, Fresh Basil Pesto Recipe, Green Sauce, Pesto, Sauvignon Blanc Food Pairing, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: 4

Ingredients

⅓ cup of cold-pressed olive oil
1 large garlic clove
¼ cup almonds
½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
2 cups tightly packed basil leaves

Instructions

Begin by grating the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and chopping the garlic clove.
Using a food processor, finely chop the almond pieces.
Add all the remaining ingredients to the food processor and, using the pulse option, finely chop everything together.
Taste the pesto for seasoning and add more salt if needed.