Pesto is the foundation of many a good meal. This recipe is simple and provides a foundation for quality ingredients to really shine on the plate.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Serves: 12
Yield: 1 jar full 

Ingredients

• 2 cups packed homegrown basil (or fresh as you can) 
• 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, cooled 
• 1 cup grated Parmesan and/or Romano cheese 
• 3 cloves crushed garlic 
• 1/4-1/2 cup olive oil, depending on how creamy you want it 

Directions

1. Put the first four ingredients into a food processor. Pulse to blend.
2. Slowly add oil through the feed tube to make a nice paste.