Classic Pesto

Ingredients :

• 4 cups fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, sunflower seeds, or walnuts
• 2 crushed garlic cloves
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

• Place the basil, nuts, and garlic in a blender or food processor and blend or process until the leaves are chopped.
  
• Add the oil and blend or process until smooth.
  
• You may need to stop the machine, scrape the sides with a spatula, then blend or process again.
  
• Add the cheese, salt and pepper.
  
• Scoop the pesto into a large serving bowl and add 1 pound cooked and drained pasta; toss well.
• This sauce freezes well.

Serves:

• NA

Calories Per Serving:

• NA

Preparation Time:

• NA

Difficulty:

• Easy