Pesto Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 c. olive oil
1/2 c. fresh parsley, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

Place all ingredients, except cheese, in food processor; process with on/off turns until smooth.
Stir in cheese.
Serve pesto over cooked pasta; use as dressing for potato salad.
Mix with rice.
Use in soup or as a topping for vegetables.
Makes 6 servings.