How To Make the Best Pesto: The Easiest, Simplest Method

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 How To Make the Best Pesto: The Easiest, Simplest Method

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Instructions

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Step 1

Pulse the garlic until roughly chopped. Put the garlic in a food processor and pulse 5 to 6 times until roughly chopped

Step 2

Add half of the basil and pulse until roughly chopped. Add about half of the basil and pulse 5 to 6 times until the basil is roughly chopped.

Step 3

Add the pine nuts and remaining basil. Add the pine nuts, followed by the remaining basil leaves. Pulse 10 to 12 times into a rough paste.

Step 4

Add the olive oil and cheese and pulse into a fine, rough paste. Do not stream in the oil as other recipes instruct. Instead add the oil and cheese and pulse until just combined. The pesto should not be smooth but a rather irregularly paste.

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