| Ingredients | Instructions |
|---|---|
| • 4 oz (115 g) fresh basil leaves, packed • ½ cup (60 g) pine nuts • 1 cup (240 mL) olive oil • 2 oz (60 mL) lemon juice (about 1 large lemon) • 3 cloves garlic, peeled • 1 tsp (5 g) salt • 2 tsp (4 g) freshly ground black pepper | 1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl, blender, or food processor. If using an immersion blender, blend directly in the container. Blend just until smooth—over-blending can generate heat that dulls the vibrant green color. |
| • 1 oz (30 g) Cheese (optional) | 2. (Optional) Add cheese and blend until smooth. |
