Directions
- 1Add garlic cloves to a blender.
- 2Add Parmesan to the blender.
- 3Add pine nuts to the blender.
- 4Add packed basil to the blender.
- 5Add olive oil to the blender.
- 6Blend until smooth.
- 7Add a pinch of salt.
- 8Taste test the pesto.
- 9Add a little bit of saved pasta water.
- 10Add some Parmesan.
- 11Add some red pepper flakes.
Ingredients
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.33 cup Parmesan
- 1.5 tbsp pine nuts
- 1 cup packed basil
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- little bit pasta water
- some red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Equipment
blender
Tips
- You could also toast the pine nuts for extra flavor.
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