Cilantro-Pecan Pesto

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups cilantro leaves fresh
• 2  garlic cloves chopped
• 0.3 cup olive oil divided
• 0.3 cup parmesan cheese shredded
• 2 tablespoons pecans chopped
• 2 tablespoons pinenuts 

Equipment

• food processor

Directions

1. Process cilantro, garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor until a rough paste forms.
2. Add pecans, pine nuts, and cheese, and process until blended, stopping to scrape down sides. With processor running, pour remaining oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream; process until smooth. Cover and chill up to 5 days or freeze up to 1 month, if desired.