Quick Basil Pesto

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

• 1 combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor. pulse until coarsely chopped.
• 2 add 1/2 cup of oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. fold in cheese.
• 3 if you aren't using the pesto immediately, cover with a thin film of olive oil and plastic wrap pressed down on the surface.