Basil pesto

Bright green, garlicky and ready in two minutes.

You need

• 2 packed cups basil leaves
• ⅓ cup pine nuts or walnuts
• 1 garlic clove
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ cup olive oil
• Squeeze of lemon, salt

Steps

1. Add oil, garlic, nuts and cheese, then basil on top.
2. Run Mince. Scrape down and pulse if needed.
3. Season with lemon and salt. Toss with pasta or spread on toast.

🌿 Make it healthier: Use half the oil plus a splash of pasta water, and half the cheese.