Basic Pesto Recipe

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Basic Pesto
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Directions:

  1. Combine the basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, parsley, oregano and garlic in a food processor or blender and process until finely ground. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil. Let stand for 5 minutes before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve with fresh pasta.
  2. This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 17118.9 Kcal (71673 kJ)
Calories from fat 2209.91 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 245.55g 378%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 781.95mg 33%
Potassium 484.96mg 10%
Total Carbs 3208.1g 1069%
Sugars 2.07g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2.77g 11%
Protein 588.58g 1177%
Vitamin C 21.9mg 36%
Iron 4.6mg 26%
Calcium 671.6mg 67%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 2405.52 Kcal (10071 kJ)
Calories from fat 310.53 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 34.5g 378%
Cholesterol 6.18mg 15%
Sodium 109.88mg 33%
Potassium 68.15mg 10%
Total Carbs 450.8g 1069%
Sugars 0.29g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0.39g 11%
Protein 82.71g 1177%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 36%
Iron 0.6mg 26%
Calcium 94.4mg 67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 362.3
    Points
  • 465
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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