Easy Pesto
Ingredients: Serves: 2 Cups
1/2 C one of The Tasteful Olive's medium intensity unflavored extra virgin olive oils
2 C basil (fresh) or sweet potato leaves
4 cloves garlic
1/4 C mayonnaise
2 T pine nuts
1/2 C grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp sea salt
Directions:
Process oil, garlic, nuts and salt in blender or food processor. Add greens and mayo. Add the Parmesan last.
*A pesto is good to toss with warm pasta, as a spread on toasted baquette slices with added tomato slices, or as a dip for crackers and chips.
Author:
Chef David Roth
www.thetastefulolive.com