It's that time of year when basil in is in abundance in the garden. Our family loves to make pesto and freeze it for use throughout the year. Pesto is a great way to bring summer to your meal via pasta or as a sauce on your pizza. I hope you enjoy this recipe.
FRESH BASIL PESTO
2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
3 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1. Combine basil and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse a few times. Add the garlic and pulse a few more times.
2. Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor runs. Add the grated cheese and pulse until blended. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Use the pesto as desired or it can be frozen for future use.
Enjoy this blast of summer flavor throughout the year!
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