The basil is ready for me to make pesto. It’s so easy and it lasts us all year.
Pick 3-4 cups of basil leaves.
Wash well, making sure you get rid of any bugs 🙂
Dry and place in food processor.
Add parmesan cheese
Add walnuts
Add garlic
Add olive oil while the motor is running
3/4 fill jars or pots
Top up with extra olive oil – very important for stopping oxidation
I usually freeze it in little plastic pots so it lasts all year
Ingredients:
3-4 cups firmly packed basil leaves
1/3c grated parmesan cheese
1/3c toasted walnuts
3 cloves garlic
good pinch salt
125ml olive oil, plus extra