Basil Pesto Recipe

Yield: 1 cup

Prep time: 10 Minutes

Total time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients

Basil Leaves (no stems) | 1 Cup

Pine Nuts or Oregon Hazelnuts | 1 Tablespoon

Garlic Clove | 1 large or 2 small

Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 1/3 Cup

Parmesan Cheese | 1/4 Cup (Finely Grated)

Fresh Lemon | 1 Lemon Wedge

Directions

1.  Combine basil leaves, pine nuts or hazelnuts, and garlic in a food processor and process until very finely minced.

2.  With the machine running slowly dribble in the olive oil and process until the mixture is smooth.

3.  Add the cheese and process very briefly, just long enough to combine. Add a squeeze of lemon wedge to keep the pesto from browning. Stir in as much as desired with your favorite pasta!