Yields Makes 1 cup

Notes: If making pistou up to 1 day ahead, cover and chill. Serve cool or at room temperature. Top may darken as pistou stands; just stir to blend.

How to Make It

Step 1
1

In a food processor or blender, purée garlic, basil, and oil. Add cheese and whirl until blended, scraping container sides often. Pour into a bowl.

Step 2
2

Nutritional analysis per tablespoon.

Ingredients

 5 cloves garlic, peeled
 2 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
 2/3 cup olive oil
 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1
1

In a food processor or blender, purée garlic, basil, and oil. Add cheese and whirl until blended, scraping container sides often. Pour into a bowl.

Step 2
2

Nutritional analysis per tablespoon.

Pistou

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