Garlicky Pesto
Updated March 4, 2024
- Total Time
- 15 minutes
- Prep Time
- 7 minutes
- Cook Time
- 8 minutes
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Ingredients
1 whole bulb garlic, the cloves separated, peeled and smashed
½ cup chicken broth, prepared by any standard recipe, or canned
2 cups fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt (optional; skip if using canned broth)
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
17 grams carbs; 3 milligrams cholesterol; 186 calories; 8 grams monosaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 12 grams fat; 1 gram fiber; 404 milligrams sodium; 6 grams protein; 2 grams sugar
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Place garlic and broth in a 4-cup glass measure. Cover tightly with microwave plastic wrap. Cook at 100 percent power for 8 minutes (15 minutes in a small oven).
- Step 2
Remove from the oven. Pierce plastic with tip of a small knife to release steam, then carefully remove plastic. Scrape mixture into a blender. Blend until smooth. With motor running, add the basil, then the oil and, if desired, salt. Blend well.
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