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Basil Pesto

Ingredients

  • 3 packed cups fresh basil leaves
  • 2-3 large cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts or walnuts, almonds or a combination (Kate's note: I feel they taste better if toasted a bit)
  • 3/4 packed cup fresh chopped parsley
  • 3/4 freshly-grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine everything in a blender or food processor and work into a smooth paste.

Recipe Notes

It freezes well even if it goes a little brown on top if you keep it that long!