Week 8: Basil

This week we tried pesto made with basil. Basil can be found in abundance in gardens and the farmer's market for the next month or so. Pesto can be spread on bread or used as a sauce for pasta. It even tastes great on pizza.

	BASIL WALNUT PESTO 1 bunch fresh basil (large handful or 2 cups packed) 1/4 cup romano or parmesan cheese (freshly grated if possible) 1/4 cup walnuts 1 clove garlic, minced kosher salt to taste - shouldn't need much 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Process first 4 ingr. in food processor. Drizzle oil while processing. This can also be frozen.