Italian Basil Pesto


Serves: 5
Total Calories: 412
Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup fresh basil
1 cup baby spinach
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Directions:

In a food processor, combine all ingredients except oils. Pulse on and off 5 to 6 times to chop basil and spinach. With the motor running, add oils in a slow stream until creamy in texture.

Tip: Fresh basil makes the most delicious basil butter. Measure 1-1/2 cups packed leaves, then finely chop…kitchen scissors are great for this. Add basil to 2 cups softened butter; blend well. Basil butter is tasty on grilled foods or steamed veggies.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 412
Calories from Fat: 396

This Italian Basil Pesto recipe is from the Summer In the Country Cookbook. Download this Cookbook today.


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