Creamy Basil-Pesto Dip Recipe

Name: Creamy Basil-Pesto Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup olive oil; Fried chicken strips or hot wings, cherry tomatoes, crispy breadsticks; Garnish: fresh basil sprig

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
Fried chicken strips or hot wings, cherry tomatoes, crispy breadsticks
Garnish: fresh basil sprig

1
Heat pine nuts in a small nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes or until toasted.
2
Process pine nuts and next 7 ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. With processor running, pour oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream. Transfer to serving bowl.
3
Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Serve with fried chicken strips or hot wings, cherry tomatoes, and crispy breadsticks. Garnish, if desired.
4
Note: If using purchased basil, 4 (1-ounce) packages will equal 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons pine nuts, 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, and more.

Yes, Creamy Basil-Pesto Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Creamy Basil-Pesto Dip

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