How to Make Pesto From Fresh Basil

Basil is in season all summer long, so why not make your own pesto? It's easy to make with a food processor, and delicious in many different dishes.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves fresh garlic

1. Combine the garlic, basil, olive oil, parmesan, and pine nuts in a blender or food processor.

2. Puree until completely smooth.

3. Toss pesto with whole grain pasta, use as a salad dressing, on pizza, or as a dipping sauce for fresh bread.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep refridgerated

Resources

• for more healthy recipes

[Magentaslb]

on 10/26/2009 Never had it on pizza, will have to try! 5*s

[sharishops]

on 2/6/2009 Fresh is awesome and this takes very little time! *****