Pesto Dip

Ingredients
1/2 c. pine nuts
1 c. loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 tsp. salt (I use sea salt)
1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic*, peeled
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 c. black pitted olives
1/4 c. finely grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Using s-blade in food processor, pulse garlic and pine nuts until grainy (about 30 seconds).
2. Add in basil leaves and process while drizzling in olive oil.
3. Add cream cheese, parmesan cheese, olives, salt. Process until thoroughly blended.
4. Serve on bread or crackers.

* Note: I usually use 3 cloves garlic since my family likes things rather flavorful. Those with milder palates should start with a smaller amount of garlic.

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