Ingredients:
2 cups packed basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tomatoes, peeled and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
Place basil and salt in a food processor and turn it on.
Drop in garlic and chop fine.
Turn processor off and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Turn processor on and drop in tomato and olive oil.
Puree until smooth.
Transfer to serving bowl and stir in cheese and pepper.
Serve with baguette, crostini, or stir into soup.
freezes well.
Servings: 4
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 30 min.