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Basil Pesto

Vegetarian Times Issue: August 1, 2001   p.48

Directions

  1. In food processor, combine basil and garlic and process until finely chopped. Add pine nuts, miso, Parmesan if using and salt to taste and process until pureed.
  2. With machine running, gradually add oil through feed tube until mixture forms a paste.
  3. Use right away or store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week.

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ingredient list

Makes 1 Cup

  • 2 1⁄2 cups fresh lightly packed basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1⁄4 cup pine nuts
  • 1 Tbs. white miso
  • 1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1⁄4 cup olive oil

Nutritional Information

Per Tablespoon:

Calories 35
Protein 1g
Total Fat 4g
Saturated Fat 1g
Carbs 1g
Choelsterol 0mg
Sodium 69mg
Fiber 0g
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