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5 Minute Pesto

5 minute pesto pasta sauce

We’re making one of Andrew’s most requested meals tonight! This is a 5 minute pesto recipe my mom and I came up with years ago and it has become a staple in our family’s rotation. It’s quick, easy and so flavorful! We put it on just about everything – sandwiches, toast, salads, pizza, and of course, pasta! Enjoy!

For another delicious pasta, check out this Spice It Up Pasta! Check out how I used my 5 Minute Pesto sauce here!

What You'll Need:

+ 2-3 Cups Fresh Basil

+ 3/4 Cup of Freshly Grated Parmigiano Reggiano (do not use pre-grated it makes allll the difference)

+ 3 Cloves Garlic

+ 2-3 tbsp. Pine Nuts (toast them until golden if time allows. If you’re allergic to nuts, you can totally leave these out and just use a bit more cheese for thickness)

+ Eyeball the Extra Virgin Olive Oil based on desired thickness

+ Generous Amount of Salt & Pepper to Taste

+ 1 tsp. crushed red pepper (optional)

Steps:

1. Combine basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor until fine.

2. Add half of the parmigiano in, turn the processor on, and drizzle in the olive oil until you’ve reached your desired consistency.

3. Add the remaining parmigiano and process very quickly or fold into the sauce – this adds a nice texture. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
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