Classic Pesto

7 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh basil, loosely packed
  • 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
  • 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine and whirl basil, parsley, pine nuts and garlic in a food processor until chopped.
  2. 2
    Add cheese gradually pour in oil processing until smooth.
  3. 3
    Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. 4
    Transfer to a small bowl and cover in plastic wrap, pressing the wrap on to the surface to prevent browning.
  5. 5
    Use within a week or freeze.

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