Basil Pesto with a Little Shop Twist
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The Pesto That’ll Steal the Show
Whether you’re dipping, spreading, spooning, or swirling, this basil pesto is pure green gold. Made with our rich, fruity EVOO, it brings a smooth and peppery finish that elevates the simple basil into a gourmet experience.
Perfect on crusty bread, tossed with pasta, or swirled into soup—it’s a jar of summer you’ll want all year long. And here’s the kicker: it tastes even better with a sip of chilled white wine from our boutique selection.
Stop by The Little Shop of Olive Oils to grab a jar (or three), or pick up the ingredients and make your own with our freshest batch of EVOO. Your taste buds will thank you.
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Basil Pesto Recipe with a Little Shop Twist
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Category
Appetizer
Cuisine
Italian
Author:
Tracey
Servings
8
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Bold. Bright. Bursting with flavor. This basil pesto isn't just a spread—it’s a flavor celebration. We blend fresh basil, parmesan, and garlic with our rich, award-winning extra virgin olive oil to create something truly irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (or walnuts for a twist)
- 3 garlic cloves
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1/2 cup Lemon Olive Oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: squeeze of lemon juice for brightness
Directions
- In a food processor, pulse the basil, garlic, and nuts until finely chopped.
- Add Parmesan and pulse again until well combined.
- With the machine running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth and silky.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
- Spoon into jars, top with a bit of extra olive oil, and store in the fridge—or slather on toast immediately and devour.