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Walnut Pesto

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Do you know the wonders of pesto?! This super easy recipe with just 1/3 cup chopped walnuts to make the perfect basil pesto is so versatile and will make you a cooking whiz with all your friends!

I’m going to have all my friends calling me a cooking whiz!

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In just 5 easy steps you will have a delicious addition to so many dishes! Including something as simple as chicken baked with a pesto rub! Or using it as a spread on gluten free breads!

Walnut Based Basil Pesto

It can even replace your pasta sauce the next time you want a last minute pasta dinner. Simply toss those zucchini noodles in some walnut pesto! This pesto takes less time than a pasta sauce (no simmering required) and will still satisfy you! Enjoy!

George Bryant

Walnut Pesto

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups packed fresh basil
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Using a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are nice and small
  2. Add in your basil and pulse a few times to break it down
  3. Add in your garlic and pulse a few times until everything is incorporated
  4. Now turn your food processor on low and slowly drizzle in your oil so it can all get evenly mixed
  5. You may need to stop and scrape the sides a few times
  6. Once done, season with salt and pepper to your taste liking and enjoy

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