HCO Pesto

TYPE

Sauce

INGREDIENTS

2 cups fresh basil leaves (no stems)
1/4 c toasted pine nuts
2 large cloves garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Hot Crispy Oil
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

Place all ingredients besides olive oil in food processor, blend until evenly minced. Slowly pour in olive oil until incorporated. Refrigerate until use.

RECOMMENDATION
Prepare 1/2LB of your favorite pasta, reserving 1/4 c of pasta water. To drained pasta; add pesto and reserved pasta water. Toss to combine, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.