Main dishes

Gourmet Parmesan Italian Pesto

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I used this with another recipe on here and it was delicious!

posted by

ohritz

on 9/18/2006

time

prep:

10 min

total:

10 min

servings

total:

1/2 cup or 4 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

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what you need

cups fresh basil leaves

Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

cloves garlic

1/2

cup olive oil

env. GOOD SEASONS Italian, Mild Italian or Zesty Italian Dressing Mix

Make It

PLACE basil, cheese and garlic in food processor or blender; cover. With motor running, gradually add oil through feed tube at top of food processor, processing well after each addition. Transfer to small bowl.

ADD dressing mix; stir until well blended.

SERVE immediately. Or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Kraft Kitchens Tips

Size-Wise

Each 2-Tbsp. serving of this tasty sauce goes a long way on flavor.

Serving Suggestion

Cook 8 oz. pasta as directed on package; drain. Toss with the prepared pesto for an easy meatless entree.

How to Store Fresh Basil

Place basil leaves between two or three layers of paper towels in resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Store in cool moist area of the refrigerator. Rinse basil just before using.