Pesto

 

1 1/2 cup fresh basil

 

2 cloves garlic

 

1/4 cup sunflower or other type of seed

 

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

 

 

Blend to a thick paste and slowly add 3/4 cup canola oil and blend until very creamy.

 

To serve with pasta mix about 1/2 cup pesto with about 1/2 cup water...heat and mix well to make a sauce.

 

Another variation that is delicious would be with the pesto add a can of chopped clams (including liquid) along with the water...heat and mix well.