Basil Pesto

Ease of preparation rating: Easy

Yield: 1 ¼ cup

INGREDIENTS:

1 ½ cups (360 ml) fresh basil leaves

½ cup (120 ml) parmesan cheese, grated or cut in chunks

¼ cup (60 ml) pine nuts

2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

½ cup (120 ml) extra virgin olive oil

Salt

METHOD:

Combine basil leaves, parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and salt in a food processor or blender. Pulse for a few turns then process until well combined.

Use as a topping on a Fresh Fig and Cambozola Pizza (see recipe).