Basil pesto recipes

Pesto might just be the absolute perfect flavor enhancer. It features a delicious balance of peppery basil, buttery pine nuts and salty Italian cheese. It is just impossible to resist and these recipes with pesto are going to kick your weekly dinner menu up a notch. If you’ve got a jar on hand or made some with basil from the garden, you’re in luck.

Homemade Fresh Basil Pesto or Pesto all Genovese can be made in 5 minutes with only 7 ingredients. It's great for pizza, pasta and so much more!

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Everyone loves a good basil pesto sauce. Wondering what you can make other than delicious pasta dishes? Check out this post for eight ways to use pesto ... that's not pasta! That makes this traditional pesto alla Genovese the perfect summer recipe! #basilpesto #pesto #summerrecipe #urbanfarmie

15 Quick and Easy Meals You Can Make with Pesto #purewow #dinner #easy #food #recipe

The perfect chicken flavored with a basil pesto sauce mixed in with sun-dried tomato orzo pasta, and made in one skillet also makes for the perfect dinner. #SkilletChicken #OnePot #BasilPesto #SunDriedTomato

The best way to use up a boatload of fresh basil? Pesto, of course! Here's our best basil pesto recipe, made the classic Italian way.

Dive into the world of homemade flavors with The Salty Marshmallow's guide to crafting your own pesto delight. Perfect for food enthusiasts and home cooks alike, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant, aromatic sauce that elevates any dish. Whether you're tossing it with pasta, spreading it on a sandwich, or using it as a dip, this pesto will become your go-to for adding a burst of freshness to your meals. Embrace the art of pesto-making and enjoy the satisfaction of…

Classic Basil Pesto, can be made in just minutes using fresh ingredients like sweet basil, minced garlic, and roasted pine nuts. In this traditional recipe, there’s also Parmesan cheese, coarse salt and pepper to taste, then blended together with olive oil. This sauce can elevate any pasta dish or make a wonderful spread on a sandwich, even top a grilled salmon steak. Once you make this fantastic homemade sauce, you may never want store-bought again.

Have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this easy and delicious baked pesto mozzarella chicken. Low-carb, gluten-free, and made with simple ingredients. Try making your own homemade basil pesto with this easy recipe.

A 10-minute creamy pesto pasta made with just five simple ingredients and no heavy cream, this delicious dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Perfect on it's own or with your favorite cooked protein.

Indulge in a flavorful journey with our Savory Chicken and Pesto Delight Pasta. This dish combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, homemade pesto sauce, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta for a meal that's both satisfying and delicious. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or impressing guests at your next gathering, this recipe is a must-try for pasta lovers seeking a fresh twist on a classic favorite. Enjoy the harmony of savory and herby flavors in every bite.

A delicious recipe from Ina Garten is this Basil Pesto, made with fresh basil leaves, walnuts, pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. This tasty Basil Pesto recipe is perfect for dinner and takes about 10 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

Make this 5-minute homemade basil pesto recipe with basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, & olive oil. This sauce tastes amazing on everything! #wholesomeyum

This pesto chicken salad is a fresh basil pesto spin on a classic that will undoubtedly be the summer salad recipe of the season!

Basil Pesto Butter is so easy to make, and is especially amazing when made with fresh basil pesto! Use this pesto compound butter on steak, grilled chicken, fish, toast. Spread it on biscuits or use it for garlic bread. Spread it on a baguette for a delicious appetizer... so many ways to use it! Save this recipe and make pesto butter soon!

This simple Lemon Basil Pesto Sauce will be your new go-to homemade pesto recipe. It's a classic Genovese-style pesto made with basil, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, & extra-virgin olive oil, but its richness is balanced with the brightness of fresh lemon zest & juice. Made with 6 ingredients & ready in 5 minutes or less thanks to a food processor, this simple pesto is perfect for everything from pasta to pizza! Easily Vegetarian & Vegan. #pesto #pestosauce #basilpesto #basilrecipes #basilpesto

Are you a pesto lover? Have you ever tried different kinds of pesto? If not, you're gonna love this collection of 15 types of pesto from Italy. From 18th-century traditional basil pesto (pesto alla Genovese) to innovative creations like matcha pesto and mint pesto, this collection showcases the rich diversity of Italian pesto recipes.