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Green Olive & Basil Pesto
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under 30 minutes
ingredients
1 1/2 cup pimento-stuffed green olives, packed, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup pine nuts (or walnuts, pecans, pistachios), toasted
2 cloves garlic, crushed, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon drained capers (optional)
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves or fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley,PLUS
3 tablespoons basil leaves (if using parsley)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
directions
In a food processor, process olives, nuts, garlic, capers (optional), parsley and basil until finely chopped. 
 With motor running, add oil in a stream along with cheese; blend well. Cover and chill.
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