1 bunch fresh basil
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar (or
Mozzarella, or Parmesan) cheese
salt to taste

Step 1
Rinse basil, cut leaves off the
stem and place them into  food
processor.
Step 2
Add olive oil.
Step 3
Add pine nuts.
Step 4
Add cheese.
Step 5
Add salt.
Step 6
Blend pesto until smooth and
creamy.
Serve immediately. Store
refrigerated for up to two days.
Add this quick and easy-to-make sauce to pasta,
mashed potatoes, or simply spread on toast.
Adapted from

The Pesto Manifesto:
Recipes for Basil and
Beyond
Basil Pesto
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