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Joanna Gaines Pesto Recipe

Savory Joanna Gaines Pesto Recipe Ready in Just 10 Minutes

A quick and versatile Joanna Gaines Pesto Recipe that brings the essence of summer to your dishes in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Featured Recipes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pesto Base
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup walnuts toasted for extra flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cloves garlic
For the Blending
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your fresh ingredients for Joanna Gaines Pesto Recipe.
  2. In a food processor, combine basil leaves and walnuts. Pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Add garlic to the food processor and pulse until blended.
  4. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until emulsified.
  5. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, then pulse to mix.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more olive oil for a thinner consistency.
  7. Transfer pesto to an airtight container and drizzle with olive oil if not using immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store pesto in an airtight container with a layer of olive oil to maintain freshness. Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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