Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Pesto Sauce

1 pkg fresh basil
1/3 pine nuts or walnuts
2 cloves of garlic (I use more)
1/3 c olive oil
1/2 C parmesean
3/4 lb pasta

Cook pasta accounding to package directions while making the pesto.
Place in food processor and process until finely chopped:
Basil (leaves only), nuts, and garlic
With machine running, pour in olive oil in a thin stream, slowly
add cheese, and a bit of salt and pepper
Thin with 2 Tbl hot water
Toss pesto with hot pasta

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