Karen’s Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto

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A Delicious & Easy Pesto using Toasted Macadamia Nuts. Adds a rich and buttery flavor.
Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto
Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto                                                                                                                                                                         
Whirl in a food processor until creamy with some texture. So simple!
Beyond tossing with pasta – the uses are endless!
Salmon Steaks with Basil & Macadamia Pesto
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Karen's Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto

Servings: 16 servings (1 Tablespoon)
Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Karen's Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto
A Delicious & Easy Pesto using Toasted Macadamia Nuts. Adds a rich and buttery flavor.

Equipment

  • 1 food processor I use a 3 cup one

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups basil, washed and dried
  • 3 medium cloves fresh garlic
  • 2 tablespoons toasted macadamia nuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan reggiano cheese, grated or roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions 

  • Add the first 5 ingredients (all but the olive oil) to the bowl of a food processor.
  • Pulse a few time to break down the ingredients. Measure the olive oil and turn the machine on.
  • Add the olive oil in a steady stream through the feed tube until all is incorporated. Scrape down with a rubber spatula. Turn machine back on and process to a smooth paste/pesto with some texture.

To store:

  • Keep in the refrigerator in a glass container with a tight seal. Top with a layer of olive oil and place a piece of waxed paper (can use plastic wrap too) on top, pressing down – to stop basil from discoloring.

Notes

Try this delicious recipe: Salmon Steaks with Basil & Macadamia Nut Pesto.
This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 52mgPotassium: 17mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 166IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: side condiment, side sauce
Cuisine: American
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