A friend brought me a potted basil plant that was hugely bushy. So I trimmed it back, and made my favorite peso with it. Made a decent amount so I'll keep it in the fridge with a layer of olive oil on the top to prevent oxidation. I'm having a big dollop tonight on my little steak, broccoli and cauliflower mash. Yum , Yum,.

I wish I could bottle the smell of fresh basil. I think they should make a perfume that smells like that.

Recipe By : Sitara
Serving Size : 20 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Appetizers Spreads
Italian Pasta
Sauces Sandwiches

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 cups basil leaves -- packed
2 large garlic cloves -- rough chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts
3/4 cup fresh parsley -- packed
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese -- grated
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup butter -- melted
salt to taste

Place all ingredients except salt in food processor. Process by pulsing until you have a fairly smooth paste with just a bit of chunkiness. Taste for salt and add if you need it.

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