Basil Pesto Recipe

Submitted by April

INGREDIENTS

4 garlic cloves
2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

DIRECTIONS

Process minced garlic, pine nuts and basil (add basil in increments)until finely chopped in a food processor or an automatic chopper. With the motor running, add the oil in a steady steam to make a smooth, thick paste. Transfer the pesto to a small bowl and stir in the cheese by had. Makes about 1 cup pesto to use with pasta, steaks or other. Freezes well.