Presto Pesto!


Prep Time

5-10 minutes

Cooking Time

none

Yields

Approx. 1 cup

Ingredients

2 cups fresh basil leaves

1/3 cup of fresh shredded or grated parmesan cheese

4 cloves of garlic, peeled and ends trimmed

1/2 cup pine nuts

1/2 cup olive oil

1/2 tsp. black pepper (we prefer fresh ground Black Tellicherry PeppercornsĀ 




Directions

Rinse basil leaves in cold water, remove excess water (put it a salad spinner or pat with paper towel)

Place basil leaves in food processor or blender and chop well.

Add the cheese, garlic and nuts. Puree.

Slowly add olive oil.

Add salt and pepper to taste.