Delicious Homemade Pesto With Cashews
Discover the benefits of using cashews in your pesto! Save money, enjoy a creamier texture, and involve your kids in this fun and easy recipe.
Servings 8 servings
Cost $10
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup olive oil you likely won't need this much
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp garlic this is a lot but it is how our kids like it
Instructions
- Combine basil, cashews, Parmesan, and garlic in a food processor. Process until finely chopped.
- With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil, processing until the mixture is smooth. You may not need the full 1/2 cup. Just keep pouring until the pesto is the consistency you prefer.
- Store the pesto in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to several months.
