The Best Of Pesto
INGREDIENTS
2 cups (packed) fresh basil
0.5 oz garlic (4 large cloves)
1/2 cup walnuts
1 ¼ cups olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon Juice (zest and juice)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
*This recipe comes from MWMaven Jo Marie Scaglia, one of our favorite female entrepreneurs! Check out her entertaining tips or visit her restaurants Caffeteria and TheMixx if you’re in Kansas City!
DIRECTIONS
Combine basil, garlic and nuts in a food processor.
Add oil until combined.
Next, add fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
Pulse in cheese.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with fresh baguette, pasta or grilled salmon.
