Basil pesto – excellent with fresh cut vegetables, cooked chicken, as a marinade, and so much more!

Ingredients

• 2 cups basil leaves
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup pine nuts, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2-3 cloves garlic, sliced
• salt to taste

Directions

• put garlic and salt in food processor and pulse
• add basil leaves and blend
• add olive oil in stream while it’s blending
• add nuts or seeds and blend well
• add more olive oil if needed for consistency

Paleo tip: omit cheese, it’s still super yummy!

Super mom tip: make a big batch, fill small containers or an ice-cube tray, and freeze.