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Basil Pistou

This classic French condiment is a cousin to Italian pesto, but without the nuts. It adds a fresh brightness to any dish!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Basil, Garlic, Olive oil, Parmesan, sauce
Servings: 1.5 cups
Author: Nicole

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic finely grated on microplane
  • 3 cups packed basil leaves
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 5 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine the garlic, basil, Parmesan, olive oil and lemon juice. Pulse until smooth; season to taste. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Pistou can be made up to 1 week in advance. Transfer the pistou to 4-ounce jars and drizzle olive oil over the top to prevent oxidation.
  • Pistou can be frozen in small ice cube trays. Once frozen, they can be placed in a freezer-safe bag for up to 6 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 36g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 592mg | Potassium: 233mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 2920IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 389mg | Iron: 2mg
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