Pesto Basil Spread
Traditional pesto is a blend of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- Garlic - peeled (6 oz)
- Basil (48 bunch)
- Oil, 75/25 (3 qts)
- Asiago Cheese - shredded (2 lbs)
- Pine Nuts (1 lb)
- Lemon Juice (.5 cup)
Steps
- Blend until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Notes
This gets blended with the large handheld. The basil can be twist ripped, and the other ingredients simply tossed in a large container together.