The MOST AMAZING pesto recipe!

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Here's a recipe my mother has for her homemade pesto! It's all homegrown with fresh basil that we grow in our backyard. Make it a summer project. First, start by getting your own vegetable garden together! Makes a great summer project! If gardening isn't your thing, then start by going to Zagara's and picking up the following ingredients:

- 2 tablespoons pine nuts

- 1 garlic clove, crushed

- Kosher salt and black pepper

- 1 1/4 cups of FRESH basil leaves

- 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated

- 2 ounces Pecorino cheese, grated

- 1/2 cup of exrta-virgin olive oil

To make the Pesto, place the pine nuts, garlic, salt and pepper, basil and the cheeses in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse till the basil is mashed up. With the machine still running, and the oil gradually and process until creamy and smooth. Let it chill for a bit.

And that's it! So easy. So grab some pita chips, crackers or spread it on your burger (thank you bobby flay), and a nice cold drink, and enjoy your freshly made pesto.

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