Basic Pesto

🥘 Ingredients

• Parmesan
  3/4 c
• basil
  2 c
• crushed red pepper (optional)
  1/4 tsp
• garlic
  3 cloves
• olive oil
  1/2 c
• salt
  1/4 tsp
• toasted pine nuts
  1/2 c

🍳 Cookware

• food processor

1. 1

   Combine packed fresh basil , shredded Parmesan , toasted pine nuts , olive oil , 2 to 3 cloves garlic , halved, kosher salt , and crushed red pepper (optional) in a food processor .

   basil: 2 c, Parmesan: 3/4 c, toasted pine nuts: 1/2 c, olive oil: 1/2 c, garlic: 3 cloves, salt: 1/4 tsp, crushed red pepper (optional): 1/4 tsp
2. 2

   Process until nearly smooth, stopping to scrape down sides of bowl. Add up to 2 Tbsp additional olive oil to reach desired consistency.
3. 3

   Transfer to airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 days. Or place 1/4 cup portions in resealable plastic bags or in ice cube trays and freeze up to 3 months.
4. 4

   Tip: To keep your pesto bright and green in the refrigerator, add a thin layer of olive oil to the top.