Easy Pesto Recipe With a Twist
For a quick and easy sauce that packs a ton of flavor, try this refreshingly different take on basil pesto.
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Cooking tools:
- Food processor
- Ice cube tray
- Pepper mill
- Measuring cup
- Zip-top bag
- Airtight container
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Ingredients
- 2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh lime or lemon basil leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 large cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or pecorino cheese
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt
- freshly ground pepper