Pesto Sauce

Pictured here with our Traditional gnocchi.

 Yields 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients:

3 cups fresh basil, loosely packed 

3/4 cup olive oil  

1/4 cup raw pine nuts  

1 teaspoon salt or to taste

3 cloves of garlic, peeled

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Instructions:

Using a food processor, add all ingredients except for salt and blend until smooth. 

Once smooth, taste for salt and add up to 1 teaspoon or to taste.

You can use Pesto immediately or freeze for later use. You can also roast the pine nuts for a little extra flavor. 

QUICK TIP - It's ok to use some of the stems of the basil.