Basic Pesto Recipe

Name: Basic Pesto Recipe
Ingredients: 2 c. (tightly packed) Basil leaves; 3 x Garlic cloves; 1/4 c. Pine nuts; 1/4 c. Freshly-grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; 3 Tbsp. Freshly-grated pecorino; 1 c. Ligurian extra virgin olive oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste

6 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

2 c. (tightly packed) Basil leaves
3 x Garlic cloves
1/4 c. Pine nuts
1/4 c. Freshly-grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3 Tbsp. Freshly-grated pecorino
1 c. Ligurian extra virgin olive oil Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste

Directions

1

In a food processor pulse basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts and cheeses till blended.
2

With motor running, pour extra virgin olive oil in a thin stream till incorporated.
3

Season with salt and pepper.