Basil Pesto Recipes

?? Basil Pesto Recipes ?? Introduction: ?‍? Elevate your pasta dishes, sandwiches, and more with these flavorful basil pesto recipes! Bursting with fresh basil, garlic, nuts, and cheese, homemade pesto is a versatile and delicious sauce that adds a pop of flavor to any dish. Whether you prefer the classic basil pesto or want to experiment with variations like spinach or sun-dried tomato pesto, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Made with just a handful of ingredients and ready in minutes, homemade pesto is a must-have in any home cook's repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves, grab your food processor, and get ready to whip up a batch of basil pesto that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights! ??? Ingredients: ? 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed ? 2 cloves garlic ? 1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts ? 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese ? 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ? Salt and pepper to taste ? 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Instructions: 1️⃣ In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts or walnuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon juice. 2️⃣ Pulse the ingredients until coarsely chopped, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. 3️⃣ With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency. 4️⃣ Taste the pesto and season with salt and pepper as needed, adjusting the flavors to your preference. 5️⃣ If the pesto is too thick, you can thin it out with a little more olive oil or a splash of water.