Pesto

5 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 c. fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 c. olive oil
  • 1/2 c. pinenuts or walnuts, chopped
  • 1/2 c. Romano or Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large garlic cloves

Directions

  1. 1
    Whirl the basil, garlic, nuts and cheese in blender or food processor until mixed well.
  2. 2
    Then add olive oil in slow steady stream until a smooth paste is formed.
  3. 3
    Use in pasta, as a sauce for pizza or on a slice of bread with lettuce and tomato.
  4. 4
    May be refrigerated up to a month.
  5. 5
    Pour a thick layer of olive oil on top to keep from discoloring.

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