1 ½clovesgarlicmore if you like a lot of garlic - we do, minced (you can do this before you add all the other ingredients)
¾cupfresh basil
1cupmayonnaisewe use light, and sometimes don't add the olive oil and use the olive oil mayo
1 ½tablespoonsDijon mustard
1Tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
½teaspoonfresh lemon juice
a pinch of salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
In your blender or food processor, chop up your garlic, then add the basil and chop that all up. Then add the mayonnaise.
Next add the Dijon Mustard, olive oil, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Blend everything until it is completely smooth and combined. Put it in a dish, cover and refrigerate for at least an hour or so. This allows the flavors to marry and results in a delicious, fragrant, wonderful Basil Dip.