Basil Puree

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 10 Minutes

Servings: 4

Simple to do, and a delight to add as a garnish to other dishes. My favorite is to swirl it into my Roasted Tomato soup just before serving.

Ingredients:

1 bunch basil, leaves picked from stems

1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

Directions:

1. Make a paste by crushing basil leaves and salt with a mortar and pestle. Stir in the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.