Kale Pesto

Directions

1. 1
   Put a steamer basket into a large pot and add an inch or so of water.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil.
3. 3
   Remove the tough stem parts from all of the kale leaves.
4. 4
   Put kale leaves into the steamer basket and put the lid on.
5. 5
   Steam kale leaves for 3-5 minutes, until limp.
6. 6
   Add all ingredients into a blender, putting the olive oil and lemon juice first, the pine nuts, garlic and Parmesan next and the kale last.
7. 7
   You will need to press the kale down with a spatula so that the blender blades can chop everything up.
8. 8
   Blend on the puree (or similar) cycle.
9. 9
   You may need to unplug the blender and push the ingredients down then continue blending so that it becomes a puree.
10. 10
    Add more olive oil if necessary.
11. 11
    Makes about 3/4 of a pint jar.
12. 12
    Enjoy on pasta or with crackers.