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Basil Pesto

MAKES 1 CUP This pesto lets basil be the star. Use it to top the frittata, swirl it into pasta, or spread it on GF toast and top it with sliced tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups firmly packed basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the basil, garlic, and pine nuts and pulse until finely chopped. With the processor running, slowly add the oil. Process until smooth, add the cheese, and pulse several times to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.