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Pistachio Pesto

Fresh basil, garlic, parmesan cheese and pistachios blended together to create the best pesto you will ever eat!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup pistachios- shelled
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • salt/pepper for taste
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place basil, garlic, pistachios and Parmesan cheese in a food processor. Puree until smooth.
  • Turning on the food processor, slowly drizzle the olive oil into the basil mixture until a sauce is created. Taste and season with salt/pepper as needed. Add in the red pepper flakes (if using) and pulse again. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Enjoy!