Name: Delicious and Flavorful Basil Pesto Bread Rounds Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 French baguette, sliced into rounds; 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Delicious and Flavorful Basil Pesto Bread Rounds Recipe

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These basil pesto bread rounds are perfect for snacking, appetizers, or as a side dish. The combination of fresh basil pesto with crunchy bread rounds creates a burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more. This recipe is easy to make and is sure to impress your guests or family members.

Ingredients

1 French baguette, sliced into rounds
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a food processor, combine basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread the basil pesto mixture on top of each bread round.
Place the bread rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are crispy.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Basil pesto is a traditional Italian sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and is a versatile sauce that can be used in pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.

The word 'pesto' comes from the Italian word 'pestare', which means to crush or pound, referring to the traditional method of making pesto with a mortar and pestle.