Wayne Gisslen

Pesto

Fresh Basil Sauce

Preparation info
  • About 3 cups 720 mL ) , portions:

    12

    , portion size: 2 oz (60 ml)
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Professional Cooking: 10th Edition
Professional Cooking

By Wayne Gisslen

Published 2025

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Ingredients

U.S. METRIC INGREDIENTS

Method

  1. Wash the basil leaves and drain well.
  2. Put the basil, oil, nuts, garlic, and salt in a blender or food processor. Blend to a paste, but not so long that the mixture is smooth. It should have a slightly coarse texture.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the cheese.
  4. To serve, cook pasta to order according to the basic procedure. Just be

Per 1 fl oz (29.57 mL): Calories, 350; Protein, 8 g; Fat, 35 g (88% cal.); Cholesterol, 15 mg; Carbohydrates, 3 g; Fiber, 1 g; Sodium, 550 mg.