Basil walnut pesto sauce

By bdeedman

Ingredients

• Units: US | Metric
• 2 cups packed basil leaves (approx. 2 oz)
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons softened butter (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
• Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/basil-walnut-pesto-45348#ixzz1zoZmtzF8

Preparation

Step 1

Place basil, olive oil, walnuts, garlic and salt (if using) in food processor.
2
Blend until thoroughly combined.
3
Add Parmesan and butter (if using) and blend 5-10 seconds more.
4
Just before serving, add 2 Tbsp of hot pasta water from cooked pasta.
5
Serve over pasta with bread and salad


Read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/basil-walnut-pesto-45348#ixzz1zoZsbLMB