This basic pesto sauce could not be any easier! Adjust ratios to make more or less - as written, this recipe will make about one cup of sauce.
Course Sauce
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Pesto Sauce
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 5 minutesminutes
Servings 4servings
Calories 348kcal
Ingredients
1cupfresh basil leaves
1/2cupolive oil
1/2cupshredded parmesan cheese
1/4cuppine nuts
2-4clovesgarlicpeeled
Coarse sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse to combine, then continue processing until a chunky texture forms. Pause to scrape the sides as needed until all ingredients are well combined.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Transfer to a food storage container until needed, or add to your recipe.
Notes
If making a larger batch, pesto sauce can be frozen in an airtight, sealed container for up to six months.