Fresh Basil Pesto Sauce

by Alesia Foster

This is a light and easy recipe to create a pesto sauce to toss with pasta!

Fresh Basil Pesto Sauce

David Foster

Cuisine

Italian

Category

Main Dish

This is super easy an quick!

Basil Pesto Sauce with Pasta

Ingredients

  • 2 c. fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 c. pine nuts
  • 2/3 c. Italian Blend EVOO
  • salt/pepper to taste
  • 1/2 c. fresh shredded Parmesan
  • pasta of your choice

Directions

  1. Combine basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and coarsely chop.

  2. Add Italian Blend EVOO and process until fully smooth.

  3. Add salt and peppers to taste

  4. Toss with cooked pasta and return to pot.

  5. Cook on low to warm, top with Parmesan and serve.
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