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expensive. Before beginning the pesto, toast 1/2 cup pine nuts on a hot pan over high heat. Don’t walk away from this, as they cook quickly. Shake pan continuously until they turn golden brown. Remove from heat. To prepare the pesto, you’ll need a blender or a food processor along with these ingredients: 2 cups rinsed fresh basil leaves 4 cloves garlic 1/2 to 1 cup toasted pine nuts 3/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt 1 1/2 - 2 cups extra virgin olive oil Fresh …
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Kayzaks
May 4, 2009
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Great! So glad you liked it. Thanks for your comment! We appreciate the feedback. Take care, Jason
marrylu
May 4, 2009
i made this for dinner and it was so delicious. thanks for showing me.
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Thanks Cathy! You are so sweet. Jason
wwmtngal
May 4, 2009
You rock Jason!
All of your tips are awesome!
Cathy
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
What a great idea!
AsktheBuilder
May 4, 2009
Hmmmm how about mixing them???? That’s sounds good to me!
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Hope you enjoy it!
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
We have a great enchilada recipe! Do you prefer the red or green sauce?
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Great tips. Thanks!
pctechman7
May 4, 2009
Another great substitute for pine nuts and less expensive is sunflower seeds. I have made many great pestos, also in place of parsley you can use cilantro.
michikoww
May 4, 2009
Oh thank God. I’ve been looking for a good pesto recipe on Youtube!
AsktheBuilder
May 4, 2009
Great job Jason! Time to go look to see if you have an enchilada recipe. I’m in the mood for a Mexican meal like we had at that restaurant in Wrightwood, CA.
marrylu
May 4, 2009
yumm i am gonna try this soon.
sushino2
May 4, 2009
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ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Sounds awesome! Thanks for sharing.
lfcredz4ever
May 4, 2009
i like to add sauted bacon or pancetta then add cooked pasta and then add pesto and it is amazing!!
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Pecans will work, but I probably wouldn’t use almonds. Just my personal preference. Thanks, Jason
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
Thanks! We sure enjoy it! Take care, Jason
islamonly1
May 4, 2009
I bet this is delicious….
kristea0337
May 4, 2009
Definitely will try this one. Healthy & quite easy. Would pecans or almonds work too? Just curious.
gnarley123321
May 4, 2009
i put pesto on bow tie with roasted chicken its really good
gnarley123321
May 4, 2009
yup thats the best way
techtuberguy
May 4, 2009
wow.. thanks Chef. Im always buyin the jar from costco… cant wait to try this with the fresh basil and parmesian.. thanks
ChefTips
May 4, 2009
You can also use walnuts. Hope that helps! Jason