Basil Pesto by http://www.vegcooking.com
Category: Dips/Spreads/Condiments, etc.

This recipe is suitable for a: vegetarian/vegan diet.


Ingredients:
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3 garlic gloves, peeled
1/3 cup pine nuts
3 cups firmly packed fresh basil leaves
1/2-3/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup soy Parmesan cheese


Instructions:
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Place the garlic and pine nuts in a food processor and process until minced. Add the basil, salt, and pepper and process until the mixture is ground into a paste. With the machine running, pour the oil into the feed tube in a slow, steady stream until well blended.Transfer to a bowl and stir in the soy cheese. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.


Additional comments:
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Makes about 2 cups



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