Pistou

Name: Pistou
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1/3 cup
Ingredients: 1 garlic clove; 1 cup packed fresh basil leaf; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"In '300 Sensational Soups' by Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds"

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Ready In:: 15mins
Ingredients:: 5
Yields:: 1/3 cup

ingredients

1 garlic clove
1 cup packed fresh basil leaf
¹⁄₄ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt

directions

Add all ingredients to a food processor.
Pulse, stopping occasionally to scrape down the bowl, until finely chopped.
To store: transfer to an airtight container and pour a thin layer of olive oil over the top (this will prevent it from browning); store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week; stir just before using.