Pesto

Name: Pesto
Ingredients: 2 bunches fresh basil (approximately 3 to 4 c.); 1 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese (Romano, if you prefer); 1 1/2 c. finely chopped pine nuts or walnuts; 1 1/4 c. olive oil; 2 to 3 cloves fresh garlic

5 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 bunches fresh basil (approximately 3 to 4 c.)
1 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese (Romano, if you prefer)
1 1/2 c. finely chopped pine nuts or walnuts
1 1/4 c. olive oil
2 to 3 cloves fresh garlic

Directions

1

Place basil leaves (no stems; unwashed), garlic cloves and small amount of oil in food processor.
2

Continue to add oil until thick and pasty and leaves are all blended.
3

Add grated cheese. Blend slowly.
4

Remove from food processor and mix in pine nuts or walnuts.
5

Serve over hot linguine.
6

Makes 3 to 4 cups.
7

Pesto can be frozen or refrigerated.