Special Basil Pesto Recipe: Chef Gale Gand Adds Something Interesting to Her Basil Pesto Sauces/Condiments Farm to Table Recipe

Got a double batch of pesto made with my daughter Ella’s help. Here's the recipe I used from my long-time friend, Hans Koch. Share with your neighbors!

The interesting ingredient I add to my basil pesto recipe? Butter! It adds richness and creaminess.

Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients 

• 4 cups packed basil leaves
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 cup good olive oil
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts (I toast them in a sauté pan)
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts (same as pine nuts)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese

Here's how to make it: 

1. Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree until well combined, scraping the bowl down a couple times.
2. Portion into small containers and freeze until needed.

Photos courtesy of Chef Gale Gand.

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