Walnut pesto –Welcome to the world of Italian culinary magic, where pears and pine nuts might get jealous of our star ingredient: walnuts! Today, we’re diving into the delicious and versatile world of Easy Walnut Pesto. Whether you’re making a small batch for yourself or going all out with a large batch to impress your friends (or just hoard it for midnight snacks), we’ve got you covered!
Picture Perfect Pesto
Feast your eyes on this vibrant green delight! Who knew something so simple could be so stunning?
Ingredients: The Dream Team
Let’s gather our misfit ingredients and bring them together in harmonious pesto perfection:
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (not the wilted ones you left in the fridge, okay?)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (shelled, no need to have a nutting competition)
- 2 cloves garlic (more if you’re trying to ward off vampires!)
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated, because we’re fancy like that)
- 1/2 cup olive oil (the liquid gold that makes everything better)
- Salt and pepper to taste (because every dish needs a little sass)
Instructions: Let’s Get Cooking!
Now that we’ve got our ingredients lined up like a great squad, it’s time to do some culinary magic!
- Blend It Up: In a food processor (or blender), toss in the basil, walnuts, garlic, and parmesan. Pulse it a few times until it resembles a funky green mixture. It should feel like a party in there!
- Oil It Up: While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. This is where things get saucy! Keep blending until you hit that smooth pesto consistency. If it’s too thick for your liking, add a splash more olive oil.
- Season It Right: Time for salt and pepper – don’t be shy! Give it a taste and adjust as needed. Remember, it should scream “Eat me!”
- Serve It Up: You can use this pesto sauce to toss with your favorite pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or even slather it on practically anything edible. Just don’t forget to take a pic for the ‘Gram! #PestoGoals
And there you have it! A simple, yet utterly splendid walnut pesto that will have everyone begging for the recipe. Or at least, they’ll get really jealous of your kitchen skills. Enjoy and happy cooking!