Basil Pesto

with walnuts

1 Jar

According to Wikipedia the word pesto comes from pestare, which means “to crush”. So I unpacked my new mortar to make a nice basil pesto. This version becomes very fruity with a splash of lime juice and can be kept in the fridge for several weeks. -Josefine

• 50 g Basil Leafs
• 40 g Parmesan Cheese
• 3 TBSP Olive Oil
• Walnuts
• Lime Juice
• Spices: Salt (Pepper)

1. Put basil, grated parmesan, olive oil and some chopped walnuts in a mortar (alternatively: food processor) and crush finely. Keep adding walnuts until the desired consistency is reached.
2. Finally, season to taste with salt, pepper and lime juice. Ready!

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