Blue Cheese Pesto

BLUE CHEESE PESTO
Makes 1 cup

"This untraditional pesto is pungent with garlic and sharp with blue cheese. Use it as you would traditional pesto on foods that will be complemented by a strongly flavored sauce."

1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Combine basil and garlic in a food processor or blender. Mince together. Add oil, blue cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Process until evenly blended. If not using immediately, cover and refrigerate. Let return to room temperature before using.

Makes 4 servings