Basic Pesto Sauce

1. 1

   Turn on the food processor fitted with the cutting blade. Drop the garlic cloves, one at a time into the work bowl with the blade running.

2. 2

   Allow the garlic to be finely chopped.

3. 3

   With the processor still running, slowly pour in the oil.

4. 4

   Add the pine nuts while the blade is running.

5. 5

   Turn off the processor and add the clean basil leaves which have been pulled from the woody stems. Replace the processor top and blend.

6. 6

   Salt and pepper and blend the whole mixture until smooth.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.