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Basil pesto in a white bowl next to fresh basil leaves, fresh oregano, and pine nuts

Homemade Basil Pesto

Print Recipe
Course Condiment
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Cup

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Ingredients

  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Seared Jalapeño or Thai chilis for an extra kick!
  • 2 Cups Fresh Basil
  • ½ Cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • ⅓ Cup Fresh Parmesan
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh Oregano optional for more depth of flavor
  • 3 Tbsp Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • Sea Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

  • Add the garlic cloves—and seared pepper, if using—to a food processor and pulse until finely minced.
  • Add the basil, oregano, pine nuts, cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the food processor. Blend until everything is well combined.
  • With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a steady stream until you have a smooth pesto sauce.

Notes

  • If your food processor struggles with small items, feel free to mince the garlic and jalapeño by hand on a cutting board, then toss them into the processor.