simple garlic and basil pesto

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 3 cups chopped fresh basil
• 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 1/8 cup brazil nuts
• 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 15 mins


• place the basil in a blender. pour in about 1 tablespoon of the oil, and blend basil into a paste. gradually add pine nuts, brazil nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, chili powder, and remaining oil. continue to blend until smooth.