Simple Sundays: Homemade Pesto

I fricking love pesto. It’s incredibly easy and the taste is well worth the (minimal) effort. This is a very simple way to spice up a pasta or a chicken dish on a lazy and relaxing Sunday.

Ingredients

• 1 x 40g package of basil (I used Presidents Choice brand)
• 1/4 cup (heaping) Parmesan Reggiano
• 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Remove and discard stems from basil.
2. Place all ingredients except for 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a food processor and process. Slowly add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil.
3. Serve tossed with your favourite pasta

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