Ease of preparation rating: Easy.
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
½ cup (120ml) fresh basil leaves, packed
2 cups (480ml) cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Method:
Heat oil in frying pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is gently smoking, add basil leaves. This will create a loud crackling sound, wait 8-10 seconds.
Add cherry tomatoes, salt and pepper.
Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and serve immediately.
*Serve with Sole and Toasted Pumpkin Seed Pesto Rolls. See recipe.