The Best Pesto

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh basil
• 2 cups arugula
• ⅓ cup pine nuts
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 shallots, chopped
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 2 lemons
• ¼ tsp sea salt
• ⅛ tsp black pepper

Recipe

1. Pulse basil, arugula, and pine nuts in a food processor until roughly combined.
2. Add garlic, shallots, and Parmesan and pulse again several times.
3. With the processor running, slowly and steadily pour in the olive oil.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and generous lemon juice. Taste and adjust.
5. Serve with fresh bread for dipping or toss with pasta.