Pesto

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup pine nuts
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• salt
• pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Using a food processor, finely chop the basil and garlic.

2. 2

   Add the parmesan and pine nuts and pulse into a coarse paste.

3. 3

   With the machine on, slowly add the olive oil until incorporated.

4. 4

   Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   This can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.