Walnut Pesto

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350.
2. 2
   Spread the walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast for 12 minutes, or until golden.
3. 3
   Cool the walnuts and finely chop.
4. 4
   In a mortar, mash the garlic with a pinch each of crushed red pepper and salt until a paste forms.
5. 5
   Add the walnuts and parsley and pound to a coarse paste.
6. 6
   Slowly add the olive oil, pounding and stirring until blended.
7. 7
   Stir in the Parmesan and season with salt.