Walnut Pesto

Ingredients

• 2 cups basil fresh
• 2 cups basil fresh
• 2 cloves garlic 
• 1 cup olive oil 
• 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese freshly grated
• 1 pinch sea salt 
• 3 tablespoons walnuts 

Equipment

• food processor

Directions

1. Combine walnuts, basil, garlic, Parmesan and salt in food processor and process to a coarse puree.With the machine running, slowly add the oil. Scrape down the sides and process again. Store pesto in an airtight jar, preferably opaque to keep out the light. Keep pesto covered with a layer of oil to prevent the surface from browning. Store in refrigerator.