Basil Pesto

By Chef Danielle July 25th, 2009

This is just a quick recipe for the Basil Pesto I used in the Pesto Swirl Bread.  I will get the recipe posted for the bread I am just waiting on pictures so thanks for your patience.

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    Basil Pesto
    2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
    2 cloves garlic
    1/4 cup pine nuts
    2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
    1/2 tsp salt
    1/2 tsp black pepper
    1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese

Place the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Slowly add the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the pesto to a large serving bowl and mix in the cheese.

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One Response to “Basil Pesto”

  1. » Blog Archive » Pesto Swirl Bread Says:
    August 18th, 2009 at 10:44 am

    [...] at 350 till golden brown.  (about 45-60 min) Forming Pesto Swirl Bread (for one loaf) 1 cup  Basil Pesto 1/2 cup Pine Nuts 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese egg wash (1 egg white and 2 Tbsp water) Roll dough [...]