Friday, September 30, 2011

Basil and Spinach Pesto

Yield 1 cup

(Adapted from Food Network Kitchens recipe)

2 cups fresh basil leaves

1 cups fresh spinach leaves

2 cloves garlic

1/4 cup walnuts

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Combine the basil, garlic, and walnuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add ½ cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Add cheese and season with salt and pepper. Pulse until smooth. Freeze pesto in a baggie or cover and place in refrigerator.

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