Oooooh Internet, how sensitive you are…I had few days trying to fix what wasn’t mine to fix at the end. Something was wrong with my site and nobody could tell me what the issue was. Then I called and called, and all the time I got a different explanation. How frustratingly annoyed you get while listening to those recorded automatic messages telling you how important you are (very important, but still on hold). And each time you actually talk to somebody they are not as helpful as you wished, (Deep sigh).
Now I’m just waiting for my web hosting company to fix their mishap. Meanwhile I decided to make my life easier and prepare in advance some pesto sauce. I use pesto all the time, for pastas, salads, or sandwiches, and lately the basil just looks stunning in the Farmer’s Market. So what I do is prepare a delicious amount of pesto and have it ready to go, when I need. Some I keep in the fridge for salad dressing and sandwich and some I just put in Ziploc bags in the freezer and Voila! Perfect for these dinners or lunches where you have to whip up something quickly.
Pesto
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup – 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Into the bowl of a food processor, add the garlic, basil leaves, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Pulse until finely chopped. With the blender still running, slowly pour 1/2 cup of olive oil. Check for a thick, yet smooth consistency, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer to a bowl and stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan.
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Thanks Deva.
your blog has lovely pictures.
I love pesto!!!! Fantastic pictures as usual!
I love basil. That looks so easy. Thanks for showing.