Raw Broccoli and Basil Pesto

I have a huge basil plant that was in need of a major prune, and this is the result.  Homemade, deliciously raw, broccoli and basil pesto.  Pesto it is a great way to get children who don’t like the look of vegetable to get a good serve.  You can stir it through pasta, add a dollop to soups, spread over roast chicken, use as a dip for crackers or simply eat as is – like my little guy is doing the last picture!  I also have a few other ideas so expect a few forthcoming post where I put it to good use…  

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Raw broccoli and basil pesto

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 medium sized broccoli , broken in to florets
• 1 cup of packed basil leaves
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 cup of grated pecorino or parmesan cheese (I used a bit of both as I was finishing off what I had in the fridge)
• 1/2 cup walnuts (you could use pine nuts, hazelnuts or slivered almonds)
• juice of half a lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste (about half a teaspoon is good)

Instructions

• Place all ingredients in a food processor and process until it reaches a pesto consistency. If it is a little dry add some additional olive oil while the machine is running or you could add a couple of tablespoons of water

Notes

Place into sterilised jars and keep in the fridge for about a week. Alternatively freeze in ice cube trays and take a couple of cubes out when needed