Pistou

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Ingredients

  • 4 large garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 24 large basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup good olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

Place the garlic, tomato paste, basil, and Parmesan in the bowl of a food processor and puree. With the motor running, slowly pour the olive oil down the feed tube to make a paste. Pack into a container, pour a film of olive oil on top, and close the lid.