I had some basil in the fridge that didn’t look like it’ll last another day so I decided to make some pesto with it.  I like mine a more loose consistency.  When it’s too thick, it looks unappetizing (in my opinion).

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Ingredients:

• a handful of basil
• a handful of Italian parsley
• 2 palmfuls of pine nuts, toasted
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/3 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Combine basil, parsley, pine nuts, garlic and cheese in a food processor and blend.  Drizzle in olive oil while mixing until desired consistency.  Season with salt and pepper.