Basil Pesto

By MarieR

Southern Living
JUNE 2011

Ingredients

• 2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.