Discover the irresistible tang and aromatic freshness of Lemon Pesto, a versatile sauce that takes just 5 minutes to prepare using your trusty food processor or blender. With a handful of simple ingredients including blanched whole almonds (optional), garlic, fresh basil leaves, olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice, you can create a vibrant and chunky pesto that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights.
Ingredients
1/4 C blanched whole almonds (optional)
2 large garlic cloves, quartered
3 C loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 C olive oil
1/4 C grated Parmesan cheese
3 T lemon juice
Instructions
In a food processor bowl or blender container, cover and process almonds till finely chopped. Add garlic; process just till blended.
Add basil leaves. With machine running, gradually add oil in a thin, steady stream, processing till the mixture is combined and slightly chunky.
Add parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Process or blend till combined.
Makes 1 cup.
