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Best Recipe for Walnut-Herb Pesto

Ingredients

  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts
  • 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves
  • 1/2 cup walnut oil
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh mint
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. With machine running, drop garlic into processor and chop finely. Add walnuts and next 6 ingredients; using on/off turns, process until chunky puree forms, occasionally scraping down sides. Transfer to bowl. Mix in Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Pesto can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

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