Basil Pesto
Servings: 1 1/2 cups
Ingredients
1 oz fresh basil, leaves only
1 handful parsley, leaves and small stems only
1 cup almonds, roasted and unsalted
3 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon canola oil (or other non-flavored oil)
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients except for the oil in a food processor fitted with a metal blade.
2. Begin to process the contents, then slowly pour in the oil* as the machine is running.
*Tip: If you prefer your pesto with a more liquid consistency, add more oil as you see fit.