Basil Cream Sauce

Basil Cream Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    657

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this luscious basil cream sauce. Its silky texture and bright, herbaceous notes elevate pasta, seafood, and grilled meats to gourmet status. A simple yet elegant sauce that's sure to impress.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    50 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    117 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    28 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Prepare Ingredients: Gather and prep all ingredients for a smooth cooking process. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Blend Basil and Garlic: In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves and minced garlic.

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Recipe View Emulsify with Olive Oil: With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture begins to emulsify into a vibrant green paste. (40 seconds)

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Recipe View Add Parmesan and Pine Nuts: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, salt, and pepper to the food processor. Blend until well combined. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Simmer the Cream: In a saucepan over low heat, gently bring the light cream to a simmer. Be careful not to boil. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Combine and Pulse: Pour half of the hot cream into the food processor with the basil mixture. Pulse until just incorporated, creating a smooth and creamy emulsion. (20 seconds)

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Recipe View Finish on the Stovetop: Transfer the basil-cream mixture to the saucepan with the remaining cream. Stir continuously until well blended and heated through. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. (5 minutes)

Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat for enhanced flavor.
For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of light cream.
Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, grilled salmon, or chicken. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Derek Nikolaushomenick

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 219 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Tyson Jaskolski

    This recipe saved my dinner! I had some leftover grilled chicken and this sauce transformed it into a gourmet meal.

  • Isai Bayer

    My kids even loved this sauce! It's a great way to get them to eat more vegetables.

  • Betsy Jones

    The toasting of the pine nuts really makes a difference. Great recipe!

  • Angelita Stiedemann

    This sauce is divine! I made it for my salmon and it was a huge hit.

  • Haskell Hirthe

    I used half-and-half instead of light cream and it came out so rich and flavorful.

  • Maxwell Ankunding

    I've made this basil cream sauce twice now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. So easy and delicious!

  • Jazlyn Bergesipes

    I doubled the recipe and froze half for later. It thawed beautifully!

  • Joany Kirlin

    Easy to follow instructions and the result is amazing!

  • Alvis Hodkiewicz

    I added a little lemon zest to brighten it up and it was perfect.

  • Reta Dare

    I’ve tried other basil cream sauce recipes before, but this one is by far the best!

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