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Basic Pesto Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 Garlic cloves or scapes
  • 3 cups Greens or herbs packed
  • ¼ cup Nuts or seeds
  • ¼ cup Olive oil extra virgin
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated (for a vegan alternative, try avocado instead)
  • ½ Lemon juice (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add ingredients to your food processor and process in the following order: Garlic, greens or herbs, nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  2. Add more olive oil or water and process more until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.