Presto Pesto!

Pesto is amazing. You can use it for so many different things. Since we have started growing basil it is all I've wanted to make. It turns out it's actually pretty easy to make. The key ingredient is basil and it should be fresh either from your own garden or from a farmers market or something.

*This recipe is for about a half a cup of pesto which is about enough for 2-4 servings of pasta depending on how large the serving is. If you want more double or triple the recipe)*

What you need:
1 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup olive oil
1/8 cup pine nuts
1 cloves garlic
salt and pepper to taste
*1/4 cup Parmesan cheese optional

What you do:
Mix all of the ingredients together (except salt and pepper) in a blender or food processor.
If you don't have either of those things mince all of the ingredients then add olive oil. It won't be as creamy.
 Put on pasta or garlic bread or baguette or sandwiches or whatever you'd like! Enjoy!