Gourmet Parmesan Italian Pesto
10 Min(s)
10 Min(s) Prep
If you've got a bumper crop of fresh basil, make this Gourmet Parmesan Italian Pesto. Toss with pasta for an easy meatless dinner option.
What You Need
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4 servings
Original recipe yields 4 servings
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup olive oil
Let's Make It
1
Place basil, cheese and garlic in food processor or blender; cover. With motor running, gradually add oil through feed tube at top of food processor, processing well after each addition. Transfer to small bowl.
2
Add dressing mix; stir until well blended.
3
Serve immediately. Or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
Size Wise
Each 2-Tbsp. serving of this tasty sauce goes a long way on flavor.
Tip 2
Serving Suggestion
Cook 8 oz. pasta as directed on package; drain. Toss with the prepared pesto for an easy meatless entree.
Tip 3
How to Store Fresh Basil
Place basil leaves between two or three layers of paper towels in resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Store in cool moist area of the refrigerator. Rinse basil just before using.
Nutrition
Calories
270
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28g
36%
Saturated Fat 4.5g
23%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol less than 5mg
2%
Sodium 720mg
31%
Total Carbohydrates 4g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 2g
4%
Protein 2g
4%
Vitamin A
15%
Vitamin C
4%
Calcium
6%
Iron
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
Makes 1/2 cup or 4 servings, 2 Tbsp. each.
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.
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