Pesto

Here is a basic pesto recipe that is quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano or Romano cheese
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• ⅓ cup pine nuts or walnuts
• 3 medium sized garlic cloves, minced
• 1 TBSP Lemon juice (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

 

Instructions

1. Add your pine nuts or walnuts to your food processor or blender. Pulse until finely chopped.
2. Add the basil with the nuts and pulse a few times more in a food processor.
3. Add the garlic & lemon juice pulse a few times more.
4. Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor/blender is on. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula.
5. Add the grated cheese and pulse again until blended.
6. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
7. Serve with pasta, bread, or whatever floats your boat

 

Recipe from: A Few Shortcuts