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Pesto is one of my favorite foods. So easy to prepare, lasts for weeks, and can be spread on a slice of bread, used as a pasta sauce or as a tasty dip.

It's a hit with adults and kids but how do you make sure you don't spend a fortune in the preparation? Here is the secret: 

1. Roast 1/2 a cup of walnuts on a pan (continue to next steps but come back to stir the walnuts making sure they don't burn)

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2. Throw one clove of garlic into the food processor while its on so it gets sliced into bits.

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3. Wash your basil (two large bunches) and place inside

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4. Add some sea salt, splash of olive oil, 1/4 cup of parmesan, and the secret ingredient 2 tbsp of tahini (make sure you shake your jar well to mix before scooping it out, otherwise it will be too oily) 

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5. Throw walnuts and blend! 

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6. Place in a bowl, cover, chill, and serve! 

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