THE BEST PESTO EVER

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This is the most authentic homemade pesto recipe I have ever had! The perfect combination of ingredients that result in the perfect pesto! Store pesto in the fridge for 1 month, or in the freezer for 4-6 months.

Provided by RecipeAddict

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

¼ cup walnuts
2 tablespoons pine nuts
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon softened butter
¾ cup firmly packed basil leaves
¼ cup firmly packed parsley leaves
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup freshly grated Romano cheese

Steps:

Place walnuts, pine nuts, salt, pepper, garlic, butter, basil, and parsley in to a blender or food processor. Turn the blender on, and add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Continue processing until a soft paste has formed. Fold in Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Store in the refrigerator covered by 1/4 inch of olive oil to prevent the surface from turning brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 332.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g