Basil-Walnut Pesto

Ingredients

• 2 cups packed basil leaves (approx. 2 oz)
• 1⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or crushed
• 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons softened butter (optional)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions

• 1.

  Place basil, olive oil, walnuts, garlic and salt (if using) in food processor.

• 2.

  Blend until thoroughly combined.

• 3.

  Add Parmesan and butter (if using) and blend 5-10 seconds more.

• 4.

  Just before serving, add 2 Tbsp of hot pasta water from cooked pasta.

• 5.

  Serve over pasta with bread and salad.

• 6.

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