Basic Pesto

- LW

This is my go-to pesto recipe. You can swap out other herbs or nuts as you like. It will keep in the fridge for a week or two.

Ingredients
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves

2 cloves garlic

1/4 cup pine nuts

1/2 cup olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan or pecorino romano

Directions
Combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the olive oil until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer the pesto to a large serving bowl and mix in the cheese. Adjust consistency with extra olive oil if desired.