Easy Basil Pesto with Almonds

Save some money using garden-grown basil and almonds in place of pricey pine nuts. This recipe is easy, fast, and very tasty. Summer on a plate! Serve over warm pasta with a side salad and a nice loaf of bread. I also spread this on toast. If you have left over, put in a small jar and drizzle some olive oil over the top. Keep refrigerated.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 226 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, or more as needed
• ¼ cup whole raw almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine basil, Parmesan cheese, almonds, olive oil, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until blended. Pour in more olive oil, with the processor running, until pesto is thick and smooth.