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Temperature
105°F
Dry Time
2-6 hours
Wet Weight
30 grams
Dry Weight
4 grams
Notes / Directions
- This is a trail pesto, not an authentic pesto.
- Do not add pine nuts or oil.
- Combine a handful of basil with a couple cloves of garlic.
- Process in a food processor or in a mortar and pestle.
- Add salt and water to help the processing or grinding.
- Pesto is dry when it becomes delicate and falls apart easily.
- Total drying time will depend on how much water you add and how large of a batch you're making.