Basil & Parsley Pesto

Toss this pesto over your favorite store-bought pasta OR for a special treat, make homemade fettuccine—it’s a magical experience with kids!

Makes about 1½ cups.

Ingredients

• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Use a mortar and pestle to smash the garlic clove until it is well crushed.
2. Tear the basil and parsley leaves into little pieces.
3. Add the leaves one handful at a time to the mortar and grind the mixture into a fine paste.
4. Stir in the salt and olive oil.