Basic Pesto Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Place basil leaves in small batches in processor until well chopped (do about 3/4 cup at a time).
2. 2
   Add about 1/3 the nuts and garlic, blend again.
3. 3
   Add about 1/3 of the Parmesan cheese; blend while slowly adding about 1/3 of the olive oil, stopping to scrape down sides of container
4. 4
   Process basil pesto it forms a thick smooth paste.
5. 5
   Repeat until all ingredients are used, mix all batches together well.