Pesto (Basil Sauce) Recipe


Ingredients
1cupbasil leaves
2teaspoongarlic, minced
1/2cupolive oil
2tablespoonpine nuts, chopped
1/8teaspoonsalt
1pepper, freshly ground

Directions:

Puree all the ingredients in a blender or in a food processor. Or, if you want to do it the traditional way, pound the basil leaves, garlic, salt & nuts together with a mortar & pestle & then beat in the olive oil.

Use in soups or toss with hot pasta & serve as a main dish. Smaller quantities make an ideal appetizer. Will keep in the refrigerator or will freeze.



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