Basil Pesto

prep time:: 10 min .
total time:: 10 min .

Makes 1 1/2 cups

Pesto has been used for decades in Europe to enhance appetizers or to dress pasta. It is essential to use the freshest ingredients. I began to make my own pesto many years ago after my mother had given me a Chia Herb Garden. I grew the basil from seeds. I actually go through withdrawal when I don’t have a pot growing on the patio!

ingredients

1 cup fresh parsley
2 cups of fresh basil
1/4 cup of olive oil
3 cloves of garlic
2 tbs. of lemon juice
2 tbs. of grated Parmesan
2 oz. of pine nuts

directions

1
Wash and drain parsley and basil and place in food processor with blade attachment. Add lemon juice, cheese,and garlic and pulse a few times.
2
Dry roast pine nuts and add to processor. Continue to pulse while adding the olive oil until a smooth paste has formed.
3
Serve pesto with fresh tomato slices, provolone or mozzarella cheese and crusty baguette toast or use to dress your favorite pasta..

Source: Mary