Basil Walnut Pesto

Basil Walnut Pesto

Ingredients
¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 cups (80 g) fresh basil leaves, chopped
¼ cup (30 g) walnuts
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt, optional

Directions:

Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.

Select Low Speed.

Turn machine on and slowly increase to High Speed.

Blend for 45 seconds-1 minute, using the tamper to press ingredients into the blades.

Notes

Recipe yields enough sauce to coat one pound of pasta.