Homemade basil pesto
Basil tends to be found in most kiwi gardens, as it's easy to grow. Plant basil as part of your vege patch or have a pot of it not too far from the kitchen. Basil is very versatile, great for general health and making your own pesto will leave you with a superb sense of pride!
Ingredients
- 4-6 cloves garlic
- 75 g pine nuts
- 75 g parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 100 g Superb Herb basil
- ¾ cup Olivado extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Place the garlic, parmesan, and pine nuts in your kitchen whizz and blend to a grunty paste (not too fine).
- Add the basil leaves and olive oil.
- Blend until you reach a desired paste. Season and use as required.
Notes
This will keep for about 3 weeks in the fridge. Or freeze it and enjoy the summery taste of perfect pesto over the cooler wintry months.
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