Basil and Walnut Pesto – Cooking Aboard with Jill

Basil and Walnut Pesto – Cooking Aboard with Jill

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The classic basil pesto is made with pine nuts and either Romano or Parmesan cheese, but you can substitute. This Basil and Walnut Pesto recipe uses roasted walnuts instead of pine nuts. Basil is a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves (or spinach)
  • ½ cup grated Romano cheese (or Parmesan-Reggiano)
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup roasted walnuts (or pine nuts, pecans)
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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