Classic Genovese Pesto
Better Homes & Gardens
Pine nuts are traditionally added to pesto, but you can substitute walnuts or almonds. To bring out the full flavor of the nuts, toast them in a dry skillet before processing.
ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 or 4 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered
- 2 cups firmly packed fresh Genovese or sweet basil leaves (2-1/2 ounces)
- Ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano cheese
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup olive oil
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