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Title: Creamy Basil Pesto
Categories: Sauces, Seasonings
Yield: 1 Servings

2 c Fresh basil leaves
2 lg Garlic cloves
1/2 c Freshly grated Parmesan
3 tb Fresh whole-milk ricotta
1/2 c Walnuts
1/2 c Olive oil
Salt & freshly ground pepper

Combine the basil, garlic, Parmesan, ricotta and walnuts in a food
processor or blender. Process to mix. With the machine running, slowly add
the olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper and process to desired
consistency. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

From: PESTO! by Dorothy Rankin (The Cook's Garden Catalog - Spring/Summer
1993, pg. 88)

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