FRESH BASIL PESTO

Ingredients

• 3 large bunches of fresh basil, stalks removed
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/4 C pine nuts, toasted
• 1/4 freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino
• 1 t lemon zest
• 1 T lemon juice
• 1/4 C olive oil
• dash of salt

Instructions

1. In a food processor, pulse the garlic, salt, pine nuts, lemon zest and lemon juice until just combined.

2. Add the cheese and pulse until combined.

3. Add the fresh basil leaves and process until you get a thick purée.

4. With the food processor running, slowly add the olive oil until the pesto emulsifies and becomes the consistency of creamed butter.

Serves 4 - 6
Category: Lunch + Dinner

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