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Classic Fresh Basil, Cashew and Parmesan Pesto

Delicious fresh basil combined with garlic, cashews and parmesan cheese - this pesto makes the perfect dip and accompaniment to Mette is Baking Nordic crackers.

Delicious fresh basil combined with garlic, cashews and parmesan cheese - this pesto makes the perfect dip and accompaniment to our Nordic crackers.

With just a handful of ingredients and a few seconds, you can have this dip ready in a matter of minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 clove garlic
  • 40g fresh basil leaves
  • Small handful of fresh parsley
  • 160g unsalted cashews
  • 80ml EVOO
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Method

  1. Place all the ingredients into a food processor (Mette uses a Thermomix) and pulse or blitz for 5 - 10 seconds to get a rough but evenly chopped mix.
  2. If the mixture is a little dry, simply add a tablespoon of water and blitz for a further 2 seconds.
  3. Season with salt and pepper and serve with our crackers.
Fresh basil, cashew and parmesan pesto served with Mette is Baking crackers

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