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Summer Sauce (American South)

american-southern-summersauceThis sauce couldn't be easier to make or more addictive to eat. In 10 minutes, you'll have the perfect salad topper or sandwich dipper. It makes the most of fragrant herbs and all the best flavours of the season. Dress your greens, your sandwiches, or your fresh produce. The possibilities are endless. If you have other herbs in your garden that you want to use, feel free to get creative in the kitchen and customize your summer sauce.

2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, loosely packed
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
1 Tbsp. lemon zest, freshly grated
2 tsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 tsp. kosher or sea salt
1 clove garlic

Process all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add additional salt or lemon juice, if desired.

Cover and chill until ready to use.

Use within 2 days.