Dry Ingredients

3 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
1 cup pine nuts, chopped almonds, or a combination
5 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
ground pepper to taste

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil

1) Whirl dry ingredients in food processor until everything is finely chopped.
2) Turn on the food processor and add the oil in a slow and steady stream. A smooth paste will form.
3) Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Tip

Garlic may be a yeast carrier. Buy garlic very fresh, or grow your own, if you can. You might be surprised to taste very fresh garlic—it's super-sweet!

Sun-dried Tomato Pesto

Cut the nuts by 1/4 cup and add 10 sun dried tomatoes for a delicious zing. Just remember that dried tomatoes (or any dried fruit) are not acceptable on a yeast-free diet.

Quick Tip

Freeze pesto in ice cube trays. Once frozen and set, store cubes in a freezer bag. Add a cube or two to pasta or GFCF grains to add a delicious flavor boost.

Recipe © 2010 Inga Smith. All Rights Reserved.