Pesto

Its been awhile since I have last posted anything on my blog. I have been out of touch with it and doing a lot lately to get around to writing/creating something.

Pesto - easy to make. If you don't know how to do it already here is how. If you do know how but want to try this one then please do. It came out great.

Ingredients: 

3 Cups of Basil (Fresh)
4 Garlic Cloves (Minced)
1/2 Cup of Olive Oil
1/3 Cup of Pine Nuts or Walnuts if you want.
1/2 Cup of Parmesan Cheese
Salt
Pepper

Directions:


Combine the basil in with the pine nuts, pulse a few times in a food processor. (If you are using walnuts instead of pine nuts and they are not already chopped, pulse them a few times first, before adding the basil.) Add the garlic, pulse a few times more.
Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor is on. Stop to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula. Add a little more olive oil if you want it a bit more smooth. Add the grated cheese and pulse again until blended. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve with pasta or spread onto some nice fresh bread for a snack.

Yield: Makes 1 cup.