Ingredients
Handful Spaghetti Noodles ($.25-$.50, depending if you buy bulk or not!)
15-20 Basil Leaves (free from Basil plant)
Handful pine nuts ($1)
1-2 T olive oil ($.10)
Pint of Grape Tomatoes, cut in half ($2.39)
Parmesan Cheese ($.50)
2-3 Broccoli Heads ($.50-$.75 this week at Kroger!!!)
Directions
1. In mini food processor, mix basil, pine nuts, EVOO and puree into pesto.
2. Boil spaghetti noodles. Drain. Put back into pot or a skillet and add pesto sauce. Add halved tomatoes and mix and cook together a few minutes. Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.
3. Steam broccoli in microwave or steamer.
Cost $4.74-$5.24






















{ 2 comments… read them below or add one }
This looks great! I love pesto, and its great to see you can make it for $5!!
Fresh, delicious, and frugal! Who could ask for more? Thanks for sharing.