Basic Almond Pesto

"From Ed Baines-posted in response to a recipe request. This looks like a rustic pesto,not like store bought versions. I haven't tried it as of yet, but I imagine processing would make it smoother if desired."
 
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Ready In:
20mins
Ingredients:
7
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Pound the garlic and almonds in a large pestle and mortar with a little salt.
  • Add the basil leaves, a few at the time, pounding and grinding the leaves against the side of the bowl.
  • Stir in the grated cheese and mix well.
  • Beat in the olive oil and lemon juice, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Store in a screw top jar in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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  1. Very good. Always add garlic slowly while tasting because garlic comes in various strengths. If you are vegan, try omitting cheese or using nutritional yeast as a substitute.
     
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