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Wild Garlic Pesto

YIELD Approximately 400g

SERVES 16 portions as condiment

PREP TIME 10 mins

INGREDIENTS

• 120g wild garlic leaves, washed and thoroughly dried

• 60g toasted pine nuts

• 60g finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano

• 150ml extra virgin olive oil

• 15ml fresh lemon juice

• 4g fine sea salt (adjust to taste)

• Optional: 1 small garlic clove (if wild garlic is mild)

METHOD

1. Lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry pan until golden. Allow to cool completely.

2. Add wild garlic, toasted pine nuts, salt and optional garlic clove to a food processor. Pulse until roughly chopped.

3. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until a loose but pourable consistency is achieved.

4. Add grated Parmesan and lemon juice. Pulse briefly to combine.

5. Adjust seasoning if required.

6. Transfer to a sterilised 400g jar. Smooth the surface and cover with a thin layer of olive oil to preserve colour.

STORAGE

Store refrigerated for up to 5–7 days. Ensure the surface remains covered with oil. Suitable for freezing in smaller portions.