Thyme Pesto

Photo: flickr user thedabble

Ingredients

cup loosely packed fresh parsley

cup loosely packed fresh thyme leaves or 1 crumbled, plus ½ tablespoon dried - cup fresh

cup grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)

cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts

2 garlic cloves

cup olive oil

Preparation

Finely chop first 5 ingredients in processor. With machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup olive oil. Continue processing until pesto is almost smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Pesto can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Cover tightly and refrigerate.)

Makes about 1 cup.