Pesto

By LoriCaputo

Ingredients

• 3 tbs. pine nuts
• 2 cups basil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1/4 ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tbs. grated Pecorino cheese
• 5 oz. olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

In a large mortar place pine nuts, basil, garlic, and salt; grind with a pestle until the mixture resembles a paste. Add the cheeses and drizzle in oil, beating with a wooden spoon. Store mixture in jars, topped with olive oil.