Basil Walnut Pesto

Classic pesto with walnuts instead of pine nuts

Ingredients

• 1 bag CSA basil, woody stems removed
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoon oil
• 1 handful walnuts
• 1/4 cup Parmesan or Romano cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Blend all ingredients until you obtain a textured paste (slightly granular). Serve on top of pasta, sauteed summer squash, acorn or spaghetti squash, or use as a spread for sandwiches.

Submitted by Philippe Waterinckx, Tucson CSA