Basil and Walnut Pesto
A simple and delicious walnut and basil pesto recipe that can be used right away or frozen for future Italian-inspired meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
- 2 cups fresh basil washed and dried
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- ⅔ cup olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Combine garlic and walnuts in a food processor. Process for 15-30 seconds. Add the basil.
Process 15 seconds more. Then SLOWLY add in the olive oil, processing the entire time until the pesto is pureed.
Add the Parmesan cheese and salt and pepper and puree for 60 seconds.
Use right away or freeze to use all year long.
Portion into a silicone herb freezer tray to keep the air off the herbs.
Once frozen, transfer it to a freezer bag and label. When you’re ready to use them, remove them from the freezer and thaw for 30-45 seconds in the microwave.
Keyword basil, Italian, pesto, walnuts