Pesto

Original recipe

6 ounces fresh basil
6 ounces fresh basil
4 cloves garlic
4 ounces pine nuts, toasted and cooled
4 ounces parmesan
Lemon zest (optional)
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup olive oil (or other neutral oil)
Salt and pepper

Add garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, and zest to a food processor and pulse until combined. Add basil and pulse until combined. With the motor running, slowly add oil, scraping sides as needed. Process to desired texture, then season.

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