Basil Pesto

Family Child Care

Ingredients Amount / Measure Notes
  • Basil, fresh leaves, whole 1/2 c., 1 tbsp., 1 7/8 tsp. ‎
  • Garlic, raw ‎ 3/4 tsp.
  • Cheese, parmesan, shredded ‎ 1 tbsp., 2 7/8 tsp. ‎
  • Salt, table ‎ 1/8 tsp.
  • Spices, pepper, black ground < 1/8 tsp.
  • Oil, olive, salad or cooking ‎ 3 tbsp., 2 5/8 tsp. ‎


INSTRUCTIONS


  • Thoroughly wash basil and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Place basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper in Robot Coupe or food processor,  and pulse until combined.
  • Stream in oil until an emulsion is formed. 
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store up to 3 days in cooler.

NUTRITION INFORMATION


Nutrition Facts
Basil Pesto - Family Child Care
Serving Size
 
0.5 OZ
Amount per Serving
Calories
84.134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9.095
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.473
g
9
%
Cholesterol
 
1.152
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
84
mg
4
%
Potassium
 
10.397
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.245
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.051
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.025
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.705
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
10.006
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.538
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
25.128
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.147
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
https://cookingforkids.ok.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basil-Pesto-Childcare-Family-Home-6.pdf
Age Group: Family Child Care
Serving Size: 6

A fresh and aromatic pesto, perfect for pasta or as a spread.

Child Care Centers - 25 servings

Ingredients Amount / Measure Notes
  • Basil, fresh leaves, whole 1 pt., 1/2 c. ‎
  • Garlic, raw ‎ 1 tbsp.
  • Cheese, parmesan, shredded ‎ 1/2 c.
  • Salt, table ‎ 1/2 tsp.
  • Spices, pepper, black ground 1/4 tsp.
  • Oil, olive, salad or cooking ‎ 1 c.


INSTRUCTIONS


  • Thoroughly wash basil and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Place basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper in Robot Coupe or food processor,  and pulse until combined.
  • Stream in oil until an emulsion is formed.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store up to 3 days in cooler.

NUTRITION INFORMATION


Nutrition Facts
Basil Pesto - Child Care Centers - 25 servings
Serving Size
 
0.5 OZ
Amount per Serving
Calories
84.134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9.095
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.473
g
9
%
Cholesterol
 
1.152
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
73.977
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
10.397
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.245
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.051
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.025
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.705
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
10.006
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.538
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
25.128
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.147
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
https://cookingforkids.ok.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basil-Pesto-Childcare-Center-25.pdf
Age Group: Child Care Centers
Serving Size: 25

A fresh and aromatic pesto, perfect for pasta or as a spread.

Schools - 50 servings

Ingredients Amount / Measure Notes
  • Basil, fresh leaves, whole 1 qt., 1 c. ‎
  • Garlic, raw ‎ 2 tbsp.
  • Cheese, parmesan, shredded ‎ 1 c.
  • Salt, table ‎ 1 tsp.
  • Spices, pepper, black ground 1/2 tsp.
  • Oil, olive, salad or cooking ‎ 1 pt.


INSTRUCTIONS


  • Thoroughly wash basil and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Place basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper in Robot Coupe or food processor,  and pulse until combined.
  • Stream in oil until an emulsion is formed. 
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store up to 3 days in cooler.

NUTRITION INFORMATION


Nutrition Facts
Basil Pesto -Schools - 50 servings
Serving Size
 
0.5 OZ
Amount per Serving
Calories
84.134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9.095
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.473
g
9
%
Cholesterol
 
1.152
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
73.977
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
10.397
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.245
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.051
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.025
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.705
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
10.006
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.538
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
25.128
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.147
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
https://cookingforkids.ok.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basil-Pesto-NSLP-50.pdf
Age Group: Schools
Serving Size: 50

A fresh and aromatic pesto, perfect for pasta or as a spread.

Schools - 100 servings

Ingredients Amount / Measure Notes
  • Basil, fresh leaves, whole 2 qt., 1 pt. ‎
  • Garlic, raw ‎ 1/4 c.
  • Cheese, parmesan, shredded ‎ 1 pt.
  • Salt, table ‎ 2 tsp.
  • Spices, pepper, black ground 1 tsp.
  • Oil, olive, salad or cooking ‎ 1 qt.


INSTRUCTIONS


  • Thoroughly wash basil and pat dry with a paper towel.
  • Place basil, garlic, cheese, salt, and pepper in Robot Coupe or food processor,  and pulse until combined.
  • Stream in oil until an emulsion is formed.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Store up to 3 days in cooler.

NUTRITION INFORMATION


Nutrition Facts
Basil Pesto - Schools - 100 servings
Serving Size
 
0.5 OZ
Amount per Serving
Calories
84.134
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9.095
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.473
g
9
%
Cholesterol
 
1.152
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
73.977
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
10.397
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.245
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.051
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.025
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.705
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
10.006
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.538
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
25.128
mg
3
%
Iron
 
0.147
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
https://cookingforkids.ok.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Basil-Pesto-NSLP-100.pdf
Age Group: Schools
Serving Size: 100

A fresh and aromatic pesto, perfect for pasta or as a spread.