Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • 4 ounces fresh basil leaves, (washed and dried)
  • 1 cup sliced almonds, (toasted)
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, (grated)
  • 5 roasted and peeled Fresno peppers (click here for How to Roast and Peel Peppers)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, (minced)
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1¼ teaspoon salt

Instruction

  • Add the basil, almonds, cheese, roasted peppers and garlic to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment.
  • Blend for about 30 seconds, and then gradually add the oil. Blend until it's as smooth as possible.
  • Add the lemon juice, sugar and salt and blend just to combine.