Spinach basil pesto –
Spinach-Basil Pesto
Feast your eyes on this vibrant green sauce that’s so good, it’ll make your pasta dance! Packed with nutrients and flavor, this pesto is perfect for spreading on sandwiches, tossing with pasta, or even slathering on a pizza if you’re feeling adventurous. Ready? Let’s get this pesto party started!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed
- 1 cup fresh basil, packed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup pine nuts (or walnuts, if you’re a rebel)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- First things first, you need to gather your green heroes: spinach and basil! Give them a good wash, because nobody wants dirt in their pesto.
- In a food processor (your best kitchen buddy), combine the spinach, basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic. Blend it like you’re trying to impress a food critic!
- With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Watch as your ingredients transform into a velvety green sauce – it’s like magic but without the wand!
- Now, season with salt and pepper! Taste it and adjust as needed because let’s be real, tasting is the best part!
- Once everything is blended to perfection, transfer your pesto to a jar. It can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, but let’s be honest, it’s not going to last that long.
And there you have it! Your very own Spinach-Basil Pesto that’s ready to rock alongside any dish you can throw at it. Pasta? Check. Sandwich? Double-check. A midnight spoonful? Don’t judge! Enjoy your creation and let every bite remind you of your newfound culinary powers!