Basic Pesto

by Florence Fabricant, https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/2653-basic-pesto

(condiment, sauce, basil )

Yield: 2 cups
Prep Time:
Cook Time:
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

2 C fresh basil leaves, no stems
2 Tbsp pine nuts or walnuts
2 large cloves garlic
½ C EVOO
½ C freshly grated parmesan

Instructions

1. Combine basil leaves, pine nuts or walnuts and garlic in a food processor and process until very finely minced.
2. With the machine running slowly dribble in the oil and process until the mixture is smooth.
3. Add the cheese and process very briefly, just long enough to combine. Store in refrigerator or freezer.