Jul 30, 2025 · The most popular variety of pesto now is made by "crushing" basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and some hard cheese in a food processor or blender, but there are many varieties of …

Aug 1, 2025 · Homemade pesto tastes way better than store-bought. This basil pesto recipe is easy and so versatile as a sauce, dip, spread, and topping.

Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and …

Nov 20, 2024 · Directions Combine basil, cheese, and olive oil in a food processor. Pulse to combine. Add pine nuts, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixture is smooth and blended. …

Jun 14, 2023 · This basil pesto recipe comes together in 10 minutes. Use this easy homemade pesto on pasta, sandwiches, fish and chicken.

This classic basil pesto recipe is bright and nutty, delicious on summer pastas, pizzas, and more. Easy pesto sauce variations included!

Jul 19, 2025 · Making pesto from scratch couldn’t be easier. Best of all, this recipe can easily be doubled or even tripled if you’ve got extra basil on hand. Add the basil, pine nuts, garlic, …