Pesto
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| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Prep time | 30 min |
| Cook time | n/a |
| Source | Joy of Cooking |
| Yield / serves | ~2 cups; or enough for 1 lb of pasta |
| Rating | Very good |
Ingredients
- 2 c loosely packed basil leaves
- 1/3 c pinenuts
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 c extra-virgin olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
Preparation
Combine first four ingredients in a food processor, then with the processor running, slowly add the olive oil. The result should be a thick paste. If it is a little runny, add a little more olive oil until desired consistency.
