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1133 .. CCLLAASSSSIICC PPEESSTTOO (^)
This classic Italian sauce is so easy and versatile; you'll want to keep some always on
hand in the refrigerator. Pesto is traditionally made with pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, basil,
and Parmesan cheese. It's most popular use is tossed with pasta. Walnuts may be
substituted for pine nuts in a pinch. Prep time is only 5 minutes for this sauce and
should yield you ¾ of a cup.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons coarse-chopped walnuts or pine nuts
2 garlic cloves, peeled
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups basil leaves (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
How to prepare:
 You will need a food processor or strong blender. With the motor running, drop
the pine nuts and garlic through the feed chute.
 Process until finely minced.
 Add the olive oil and pulse three times.
 Add basil, Parmesan cheese, and salt to the processor bowl.
 Process until finely minced, scraping down sides.
 Add to whole wheat pasta of your choice