Basil Pistou Provencal Recipe

Basil Pistou Provencal Recipe

Ingredients

Makes about 1 1/2 cups

• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup olive oil

Method

1. In a food processor, combine the garlic and salt and grind to a smooth paste
2. Add the basil and process until pureed
3. With the machine running, stream in the olive oil, processing until well blended
4. If not using right away, scrape the pistou into a small container with a tight-fitting lid
5. Pour a thin layer of olive oil on top of the pistou
6. Cover tightly and refrigerate until ready to use
7. Properly stored, pistou will keep for 4 to 5 days

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