Basil Pesto Sauce:
I somehow always have extra basil on hand so I’ve found myself making pesto on a weekly basis. It’s one of the easiest things to make – with the help of a food processor – and it requires so little ingredients! Plus, having a jar of pesto in your fridge is always a lifesaver for those busy weeknights. All you have to do is cook up some pasta, slather on that pesto and sprinkle on some Parmesan. Done and done.
Now if you’re used to store-bought pesto, believe me when I tell you that this homemade version will change your life. It’s just so much more vibrant and fresh, and you can control exactly how runny or thick you want your pesto to be. Just be sure to add more olive oil until your desired consistency is reached.
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup pine nuts
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. In the bowl of a food processor combine basil. garlic and pine nuts and pulse for 30 seconds.
2. Add olive oil slowly while the blade is still running until you reach the desired consistency.
3. Season with parmesan, salt, and pepper.
4. Refrigerate for up to a week.
5. Enjoy!