How to Make Creamy Pesto Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Creamy pesto sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you want to add some flavor to your pasta, elevate your grilled chicken, or jazz up your sandwich, this sauce is the perfect option. With its rich and creamy texture and the classic flavor of pesto, it's sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Making your own creamy pesto sauce is actually quite simple and requires just a few basic ingredients. The combination of fresh basil, garlic...

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Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the basil leaves and cook until tender and bright green, 2 to 5 minutes. Drain basil, reserving 2 tablespoons of the basil water.
  • Blend basil, 2 tablespoons basil water, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, butter, and garlic in a blender until smooth and creamy.
  • Nutrition

    115 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 148mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 44mg