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Basil Pesto

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Ingredients
1 Fresh basil leaves 2 packed cups
2 Garlic 2 cloves
3 Tomato puree 1 can
4 Pine nuts 2 tablespoons
5 Extra-virgin olive oil 2/3 cup
6 Kosher salt to taste
7 Pepper to taste
8 Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons
Method
In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, salt and pepper and puree it. While the machine is running, drizzle in the oil until incorporated. It is now ready to use or refrigerate it with a piece of plastic wrap on the surface of the pesto container to prevent discoloration.
Servings - 4
Introduction of the dish
This is a sauce, which requires no cooking. It is easy to make and easy to keep on hand.

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Sun-dried tomato and pesto risotto.
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