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Basil Pesto
Description
Basil pesto recipe from the Italian Community Center cookbook.
Ingredients
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup flat Italian parsley, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Pogroli (pine nuts) or chopped walnuts
- 2/3 cup fresh basil leaves, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients in a blender, or crush to a fine pate with a mortar and pestle, adding the olive oil a few drops at a time. Work the oil in well after each addition until it is completely used and the texture is smooth.
Notes
Add to hot drained pasta. Toss well and serve at once. Top with additional grated cheese if desired. Sauce is enough for 1 pound of pasta.