Shelly's Recipe

PECAN PESTO

Category: Sauces - Miscellaneous

1 cup lemon basil leaves
1 cup sweet basil leaves
1/2 cup pecans
1/4 cup fresh, grated parmesan cheese
2-4 cloves garlic
2 tbsp or more olive oil

Combine all ingredients except olive oil in food processor and process briefly. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil and process. If a creamier texture is desired continue adding small amounts of olive oil until the desired consistency is found. Pesto can be spread on crackers, used on pasta and added to sauces. Pesto freezes well. Experiment with other herbs and nuts. Traditional pesto uses sweet basil and pine nuts. Makes 1 cup pesto.