Pesto alle mandorle

Ingredienti

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed, about 1 1/2 ounces)
• 1 clove garlic ((see recipe note #2))
• 1/3 cup toasted almonds
• 2 ounces grated pecorino cheese
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or 1/2 teaspoon fine salt)
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Preparazione

1. 1

   Place basil, garlic, almonds, cheese and salt in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely minced, scraping down the side of the bowl with a spatula as needed.

2. 2

   With the food processor running, add oil through the chute in a slow steady stream. Process until smooth. Use immediately or store according to directions in recipe notes.