Pesto with Avacado Oil and Mint

 

2 cups basil leaves, finely chopped

2 cups mint leaves, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup toasted almonds, coarsely chopped

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup olive oil

1/2 cup avocado oil

salt and pepper, to taste

• Toast the almonds in a 350 degree oven for 5 - 8 minutes. Let cool.
• Mix together together the basil, mint, garlic and parmesan cheese.
• Add the olive oil and the avocado oil.
• Add the cooled nuts.
• Season with the salt and pepper to taste.