Yield: 24 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1½ cup | Fresh basil leaves |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| ½ cup | Olive oil |
| 1 cup | Grated Parmesan |
| 5 tablespoons | Mayonnaise |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| 1 | French or sourdough baguette |
| Cut in twenty four slices | |
| 24 | Fresh basil leaves for |
| Garnis, optional |
Finely chop garlic and basil in processor. Gradually pour in oil while machine is running; process until smooth. Mix in cheese.
In a bowl, whisk together pesto and mayonnaise; season.
Preheat broiler. Lightly brown one side of bread on one side. Spread pesto on untoasted side to within ¼" of edges. Broil until bubbly, do not burn. Garnish, if desired.
Bon Appetit 10-95
Shared by Carolyn Shaw 12-95
Submitted By CAROLYN SHAW On 12-29-95