Parsley Pesto

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 3/4 cup

Perfect for pasta, as a sauce for sandwiches or as a veggie dip, fresh and flavorful parsley pesto is a versatile summer sauce that combines fresh herbs, garlic and Parmesan cheese for a delightful taste.

Ingredients

1 cup tightly packed fresh basil or cilantro leaves
1 cup tightly packed fresh parsley leaves
1 to 2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a food processor, puree all ingredients. Refrigerate for several weeks or freeze in a tightly covered container. Toss a few tablespoons pesto with hot cooked pasta.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 97 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

Homemade pesto always makes a thoughtful hostess gift. Mix things up with this parsley pesto variation. It's delicious served with pasta or in one of these recipes using pesto. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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