*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                                 Standard Pesto

Recipe By     :Essence Of Emeril Show #EE2179
Serving Size  :      Preparation Time :
Categories    :Pesto

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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       2  cups          fresh basil leaves
       2                garlic cloves, -- chopped
       2  ounces        pine nuts
                        Salt and pepper
     1/2  cup           Parmesan cheese
     1/2  cup           olive oil


Place the basil, garlic, pine nuts and 1/2 teaspoon salt in the food
processor, grind into a paste. Add the cheese and grind until thoroughly
blended. With the machine running slowly add the oil. Adjust the
seasonings. Pour into a bowl.

Yield: 1 generous cup

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