Basil Pesto

Yield: 1/2 cup

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups basil leaves, packed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Reggiano, grated
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
  • 4 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin
  • coarse salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. Pulse the basil in a food processor until coarsely chopped.  Add the cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil and process until smooth.  Season with salt and pepper.

Notes:

If making ahead, place in a small storage container, and cover with olive oil.  Store refrigerated
up to 1 week.