Pasta with Basil Pesto

Alli

Member
I have tons of dried basil from my garden last summer. One of my goals for the New Year is to use some of this in a pesto for pasta. Does anyone have a good recipe?
 

Lyra

Member
I don't really use a recipe, per se. I mix in plenty of olive oil and Parmesan, along with some salt, all to taste. I don't care for pine nuts, so I leave them out.
 

Alli

Member
That sounds easy enough Lyra. I do like the pine nuts so I'll add them in. What are your proportions? I'm always afraid that I'll get too much of something. Have you ever tried adding a clove of garlic to your mix?
 

Lyra

Member
I wish I could be more specific about my recipe. I go by look and taste. Don't be afraid to add the olive oil in. I tend to want to skimp on it, but it is better when you add plenty. I definitely add minced garlic sometimes. I think it adds depth of flavor.
 

Alli

Member
Thanks Lyra. This is on my "to do" list when I get home from work tonight. I find that a little cup of pasta for lunch is very good and just about all I need to get through the rest of the day.
 
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