Pistou

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 3 garlic cloves
• 3 cups fresh basil leaves - (packed)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Details

Servings 1

Preparation

Step 1

Finely chop garlic in processor. Add basil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Process until basil is finely chopped, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally. With machine running, gradually blend in oil. Add cheese; process to blend well. Season with pepper. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Place plastic wrap directly onto surface of Pistou; refrigerate.)

This recipe yields about 3/4 cup.