Genovese Pesto Sauce

Submitted by amylynn86

"This is just the recipe for the sauce. It goes great on angel hair or bowtie pasta with some toasted pine nuts added on top. I got this recipe from my dad who used to make it all the time when i was a kid & it's still a favorite."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 5 -6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basil
• 1⁄4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons walnuts, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons olive oil

directions

1. In mortar (or small bowl) with pestle (or back of spoon), mix garlic, basil, cheese, walnuts & salt.
2. Pound mixture to smooth paste.
3. Gradually add oil, working mixture to make smooth pesto.