Basil Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 3/4 cup olive oil

Preparation

1. Process first 6 ingredients in a blender until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides. Turn blender on high; add 3/4 cup olive oil in a slow, steady stream.