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Quick Basil Pesto
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 8
Found this in the Rocky Mountain News.
Ingredients:
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
2. Add 1/2 cup of oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Fold in cheese.
3. If you aren't using the pesto immediately, cover with a thin film of olive oil and plastic wrap pressed down on the surface.
By RecipeOfHealth.com