Pesto Genovese
| Ingredients |
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| 2 | large handfuls basil leaves (about 4 cups) |
| 2 | fat cloves of garlic |
| a pinch of salt | |
| 60ml | toasted pine nuts |
| 60ml | grated parmesaan cheese |
| Mix all the ingredients in a pestle and mortar. | |
Method
- Pound to form a course paste. Add 100ml olive oil in a thin stream while pouring.
- Use in a pasta, to garnish soup and flavour stews.
- It is delicious on gourmet sandwiches.
Tips from the Chef
Sweet basil thrives with tomatoes, cucumber, salad leaves and spinach – and attracts butterflies to your garden.
