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Basil and Pecan Pesto

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 minute
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 24

Ingredients

  • 60 g Fresh Basil Leaves
  • 130 g Pecans
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 45 g Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 170 ml Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 Pinch Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Weigh out all your ingredients
  • Place all the ingredients in the food processor and whizz! Pulse a few times until a grainy texture forms
  • If there are remnants stuck on the side of the bowl, scrape them down with a rubber spatula and pulse again
  • Spoon the pesto into clean, sterile jars and store in the fridge for up to 1 week