dandelion pesto

dandelion pesto is the perfect summer treat.

ingredients:

• 2 cups tightly packed dandelion leaves, rinsed and dried
• 1 dozen large basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup pine nuts
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
• kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

directions:

in a blender, pulse together dandelion leaves, basil, garlic, and nuts. scrape down the sides of the bowl. with the motor running, add olive oil and process until a smooth paste forms. pulse in cheese. season to taste with salt and pepper. makes 3 1/2 cups.

et voila! make it. i think you'll like it!