Pesto

Ingredients:

• 2 large garlic cloves or one bunch of chives, minced
• ⅔ cup pine nuts, walnuts or pecans
  • 2 cups of basil, borage, or sorrel leaves, no stems OR 4 cups of a dark, leafy green and stems, chopped steamed
• ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon coarse salt
• ½ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Sauté garlic on medium low until softened, 5-7 minutes.
2. Place garlic, nuts, & leaves into a food processor and process until pureed. Add olive oil and salt and process until creamy.
3. Stir in the parmesan cheese (optional).