Basil Pesto

This fresh basil pesto is quick to make and full of flavour. It uses fresh fragrant basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and comes together in minutes.

Use it for crostini, salads, pasta, or as a finishing touch for roasted vegetables and grilled meats.

Ingredients

Makes approximately 1 cup of pesto.

• 2 cups of fresh basil leaves (If necessary you can substitute half fresh parsley)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3/4 cup oil
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted (Or use other nuts)

Method

• Put all the ingredients into a blender and blend together until combined.
• Check the seasoning and adjust if necessary.
• Store in an airtight jar in the fridge.