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Classic Basil Pesto

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup basil leaves
  • 4 large or 6 medium garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup shredded romano cheese
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Details

Adapted from myrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Put basil in a mortar with garlic, romano cheese, pine nuts, parsley, and salt.
2. Pound until smooth, then add olive oil and mix until smooth. Or, whirl all ingredients in a blender.

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