Pesto

By commercecook

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 4 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Chop the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor. With the motor running, drizzle in the oil. Blend in the cheese, salt and pepper. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 3 days.

I fill an ice cube tray with the pesto and freeze.