Basil Pesto

By klzrebiec

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tbsp. (about 5 cloves) chopped garlic
• 3 cups basil, loosely packed
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1 tsp. vinegar
• 1 tsp. Kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup extra virgin oil, plus more to taste
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In food processor combine garlic, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Pulse until garlic and basil just come together, but are not pastelike. With the motor running, slowly pour in olive oil, scraping the sides of bowl as necessary. Check the texture and flavor, adding up to 1/4 cup more olive oil as necessary. Add pine nuts and pulse to combine( the nuts should be slightly chunky). Transfer pesto to a bowl and stir in Parmesan cheese with salt to taste. Makes 1 cup.