Recipe Box: Fresh Basil Pesto

Fresh Basil Pesto

Ingredients 

3 cups fresh basil leaves

4 cloves garlic, minced

¾ cup grated parmesan cheese 

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1) Using a food processor or blender combine the basil, garlic and parmesan cheese and blend to a smooth paste.

2) Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor or blender is on.

3) Stop to scrape down the sides of the food processor or blender with a rubber spatula, process or blend a little longer if needed.

4) Remove pesto from bowl and add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

5) Serve with pasta, over a baked potato or spread over a slice of toasted baguette.

Are you going to give this recipe a try? If so, I would like to know how it turned out for you! Please leave a comment below.