Recipe for Emerald Pesto 
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Yield:
1
Ingredients:
Amount Ingredient
2 cup Fresh basil leaves (firmly packed)
1/2 cup Mint leaves (loosely packed)
1 tbl Peeled, finely chopped garlic
3 tbl Lightly toasted pinenuts
(or 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts)
1/2 cup Olive oil
1/3 cup Freshly grated Parmesan or asiago cheese
2 tbl Rich chicken or vegetable stock more if needed
Salt to taste
Instructions:
Instructions: In a food processor or blender add basil, mint, garlic, nuts and oil and puree. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in cheese and stock to desired consistency. Correct seasoning with salt and pepper. Store covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Note: Pesto freezes well. Omit garlic and cheese before freezing and add them just before serving defrosted pesto.

This recipe yields approximately one cup of pesto.

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