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Pesto(basil)

  • 2 bunch basil
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ⅓ olive oil, cup+
  • s&p
  • parmesan cheese1/4 cup
  • optional nut or seeds.(almonds,pine nut, walnut)
  1. blend garlic and basil in a food processor or mixer, when it seems like basil needs some help add oil slowly when blended slowly add the cheese to desired thickness and taste s&p to taste
  2. when using for pasta save about 1/8 cup of pasta water and add slowly to pesto and pasta as you mix