An Authentic Pesto

         Yield: 1 Servings
Categories: Sauces

12 Walnuts, shelled 2 tb Pine nuts 1 ts Coarse salt 4 (or 5) black peppercorns 3 Garlic clove(s) 4 tb Butter 3 c Basil leaves 4 oz Grated Parmesan cheese 4 oz Grated Romano cheese -or added Parmesan cheese 1 1/2 c Olive oil Place all ingredients except 1 cup black peppercorns in food processor and grind very fine. Add remaining olive oil and blend a few seconds until very smooth. From: Quick and Healthy Cooking : Baltimore Sun From: Diane Lazarus Date: 05-23-96