Pesto sauce: 7 steps to make the perfect dressing at home

Pesto sauce, a classic Italian condiment bursting with fresh basil, garlic, and nuts, adds a vibrant and flavorful touch to dishes, perfect for enhancing any meal

Fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, olive oil, salt, and lemon juice are the ingredients required to make the perfect pesto sauce

Lightly toast pine nuts in a pan until golden brown for a nutty flavor

Combine basil, garlic, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until finely chopped

Gradually add toasted pine nuts and grated Parmesan while blending

Slowly pour olive oil into the mixture to emulsify and create a smooth consistency

Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, or lemon juice for balance

Use immediately or store in a sealed container with a layer of olive oil on top in the fridge