Green Olive Pesto

Submitted by Mylène

1-1/2 cups jumbo green olives, pitted
1/2 a medium-sized red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts or walnuts
1-3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
a pinch of freshly-ground black pepper

In a blender or food processor, combine olives, onion, pine nuts (or walnuts) and garlic and blend I minute. While processing, slowly pour in olive oil until a smooth and thick paste formsl. Let sit for 30-60 minutes before using so that the ingredients can "mesh".

source: vegpeople recipes